• Open

    B.F. Goodrich Co. Smokestacks in Akron, Ohio
    First built by the Diamond Match Co. in 1861, this coal power plant was later acquired by the B.F. Goodrich Tire Co. in the booming rubber city of Akron in 1870. An integral, yet abandoned part of the Akron skyline that is often overlooked. Much of the city’s history in rubber can be tied back to this structure and the few remaining buildings of the Goodrich factory complex.  ( 13 min )

  • Open

    Minneapolis mayor vetoes rideshare ordinance, but also said Uber has agreed to guarantee drivers make a minimum wage
    The mayor’s decision marks yet another last-minute defeat this year for the Minnesota Uber & Lyft Drivers Association.  ( 17 min )
    Does at least 0.5% of Minnesota’s population identify as transgender?
    Yes. About 29,500 in Minnesota identify as transgender, according to a June 2022 report by the Williams Institute, a LGBTQ+ think tank from UCLA.  ( 6 min )
    Met Council, Hennepin County resolve Southwest Light Rail funding gap
    Plus: U of M confirms a potentially significant data breach; MDH identifies 12 cities with “forever chemicals” in a portion of their drinking water; 35W storm drainage project to divert stormwater runoff into massive storage tanks; and more.  ( 7 min )
    Police killing of Ricky Cobb II puts Moriarty at odds with those who supported her election
    Several activists, as well as Cobb’s family, are asking for charges to be brought against the troopers involved in Cobb’s killing.  ( 21 min )
    Minnesota’s flag redesigners can learn a lot from Duluth, but they’d better get busy
    The State Emblems Redesign Commission has less than five months to send its final report to the Legislature — and has yet to convene.  ( 10 min )
    You birthed a book and it’s being published. Now what?
    Author Junauda Petrus learned quickly that she’d have to take the lead to do meaningful marketing with the communities she wanted to connect with for her book.  ( 24 min )
    Spending summer in class means these college students will be done in three years
    As consumers chafe at the time it takes to earn degrees, some colleges are speeding it up.  ( 23 min )
    With legalization of recreational cannabis, what does that mean from the medical marijuana in Minnesota?
    Despite fears of being absorbed by a massive recreational marijuana system passed this year, patients in the medical cannabis system authorized in 2012 might end up with the best of both worlds.  ( 26 min )
    Did the second and third most deadly wildfires on record in the U.S. occur in Minnesota?
    Yes. The second and third most deadly wildfires on record in the U.S. were the Cloquet and Moose Lake Fires of 1918 and the Great Hinckley Fire of 1894, respectively, which both occurred in Minnesota.  ( 6 min )
    Hundreds of teacher vacancies across Minnesota as students prepare to head back to school
    Plus: Minnesota, Wisconsin governors request funds to rebuild Blatnik Bridge; the end of SCSU's theater program; Hastings Creamery closes after 110 years in business; and more.  ( 9 min )
  • Open

    Metlakatla trail [jatp]
    Visit the post for more.  ( 6 min )
  • Open

    Civilian War Memorial in Singapore
    The Memorial to the Civilian Victims of the Japanese Occupation, which is commonly referred to as the Civilian War Memorial, is a memorial sculpture in Singapore. As the name suggests, the memorial was built in honor of the civilians killed during the Japanese occupation of Singapore during World War II. During the short period of occupation (1942-1945) thousands of ethnic Chinese were killed in the Sook Ching Massacre. The massacre was a bloody effort to remove anti-Japanese elements from occupied Singapore. As part of this "removal," Chinese men between 18 and 50 years old were forced to report to the Kempeitai, the Imperial Japanese military police. The Japanese reported a death toll of around 6,000, but the official estimates put the number of dead much higher, with a range between 25,000 and 50,000. Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew, set aside a plot of land in March 1963 at Beach Road for a memorial dedicated to the civilians killed by the Japanese forces during the occupation of Singapore. A competition was organized to find a suitable design for the memorial, with the winning design coming from a representative of Swan and Maclaren Architects.   The four identical pillars stand 70 meters tall, they represent the shared experiences and unity of the four major races that make up Singapore's population: Chinese, Eurasian, Indian, and Malay. The four towers of the memorial have been described by some as resembling four giant chopsticks giving it its local nickname. Before the completion of the memorial, a ceremony was held during which 606 urns containing the remains of thousands of unknown civilian victims from mass graves were reinterred on either side of the memorial podium.  ( 14 min )
    Wieżowiec-Zamek (Castle Skyscraper) in Krakow, Poland
    Soviet architecture, while incredibly efficient, is not always known for its creative flair. However, where there is a standard, artists tend to find a way around them, which in this case was done by building a castle that is also a skyscraper.   The castle flat was built in 1988. It was designed by Leszek Filar as an apartment building for employees of the Krakow Academy of Physical Education. The building, which is modeled after the nearby Wawel castle, sports some uncharacteristic features like turrets, pointed roofs, entrance portals, towers, rounded bay windows, and arcades.  ( 13 min )
    Soldiers Hole in Elfrida, Arizona
    Soldiers Hole was a well-known watering place of early stage days. Nothing here now but wide open beauty, a monument to the place, and an old chair, perhaps to provide rest for the rare, weary traveler. According to the inscription on the plaque, cavalry troops camped here during the Chiricahua Apache Campaign (1861-1886) because of a source of water known as Soldiers Hole. W. C. Sanderson and Ambrose Lyall struck artesian water nearby in 1883. A small settlement existed nearby in the 1890s, but after the railroad bypassed the site in 1909, it was largely abandoned.  ( 13 min )
    Victor Troll in Cripple Creek, Colorado
    Danish artist Thomas Dambo is on a mission to populate the world with gentle giants. Rita the Rock Planter, a benevolent creature made entirely of recycled wood, is his 119th troll sculpture. Currently, his mythical creations reside in 17 different countries around the world.  Rita the Rock Planter, who was unveiled on August 4, 2023, can be found near an old 19th-century gold mine. According to the sculptor, the kindly troll noticed all of the holes in the ground and worried about humans or small creatures falling into them. She can be seen patching up the Earth, presumably as a symbolic representation of the damage humans have caused to their natural environment.  While Rita the Rock Planter may be an unusual sight, she's not alone in Colorado. Isak Heartstone, also known as the Breckenridge Troll, is another such fantastical being in the state. Troll-hunters and fans of Danbo's work should visit Trollmap.com for the locations of the others.  ( 13 min )
    Parque De Las Palomas (Pigeon Park) in San Juan, Puerto Rico
    In the 18th century, the heavily fortified city of San Juan erected a wall for cannon placement overlooking the southeastern coast of Puerto Rico. After the cannons were removed or ceased to be used, pigeons began to settle in the sockets left behind. Since then, families have been bringing children to feed the bustling pigeon population.   Today, a small kiosk has been set up where you can buy pigeon feed, but the pigeons are so accustomed to feeding that they may land on you even if you don't have food. Bird toys and decorations adorn the trees in the park, put up and maintained by the adjacent Kid's Cafe (Cafe del Nino). The park also boasts a gorgeous overlook of San Juan and the San Juan Bay. It is located next to the Capilla del Santo Cristo de la Salud.  ( 13 min )
    Biologists Threw a Fluorescent Frog Rave in the Amazon, for Science
    The Amazon rainforest is full of color—and not just the enveloping green of palms, shrubs, and vines. From scarlet macaws to yellow eyelash vipers to pink river dolphins to countless flowers, it’s bursting with other hues, too. And that vibrancy somehow seems to continue after the sun goes down, if you have the right eyes to see it. During the dwindling hours of daylight, according to a new study, certain frogs may actually glow to communicate. These frogs don’t shine on their own like bioluminescent fireflies, but they biofluoresce. This means that they absorb light at one wavelength, or color, and shoot it back out at a longer wavelength. Against a dark backdrop, this gives them a dim glow. Using a colorful array of lights—from violet to cyan to green—researchers from Florida, Peru, Br…  ( 23 min )
    Go Wild! Share Your Favorite Animal Pictures and Win!
    We share this Earth with so many incredible animals, and they live, work, and play like we do. Take the white pelicans with impressive nine foot wingspans who hang out in Florida for the winter; or the hyenas, crocodiles, and hippo who feasted unexpectedly together in Kenya; or the dolphins who frolicked with one of our scuba diving readers in the Red Sea in Egypt. To see some of these fascinating creatures in the wild—and have them see you—is to experience nature in a sublime and unforgettable way. At Atlas Obscura, we love hearing about the wild lives of wildlife. For our third and final Summer Snaps photo contest of the year, we're calling all you animal lovers to submit photographs of your most amazing and memorable outdoor rendezvous with the world's critters. Three winners chosen by …  ( 29 min )
    Clach a' Charridh in Shandwick, Scotland
    Clach a' Charridh is located near Shandwick on the Tarbat Peninsula, which explains why it is also referred to as the Shandwick Stone. The Gaelic name Clach a' Charridh means "stone of the grave-plots." It seems the stone got this name because of a burial ground recorded here in 1889 which was last used during the cholera epidemic of 1832. A Pictish stone is a type of stele that is generally carved with symbols or designs. Clach a' Charridh is referred to as a Class II Pictish stone which is rectangular in shape with a large cross and symbols on one or both sides. Pictish stones of this class usually date from the 8th or 9th century. The symbols on Clach a' Charridh are carved in relief and the cross is filled with designs. The stone was quarried from the cliffs along Shandwick Bay and t…  ( 14 min )
    Ruins of Sir Goony's Golf Castle in Hinesville, Georgia
    This abandoned miniature golf course was built in the 1970s. Sir Goonys Gold Castle was a company from Tennessee with multiple courses in the southeast. There is still one open in Nashville. To find the abandoned site drive southwest on Elma G Miles Pkwy in Hinesville, Georgia until you get to Liberty Animal Clinic off Beatie Blvd. Turn right onto Beatie Blvd and find parking near the fence. You'll see old the putt putt course to the left of the building and fence.  ( 13 min )
    Grave of Friedrich Wilhelm Voigt in Luxembourg, Luxembourg
    Friedrich Wilhelm Voigt was born in in Tilsit, East Prussia. Following in his father's footsteps he became a shoemaker. At age 14, he started having brushes with the law that put him in and out of prison for theft, forgery, and burglary. His most infamous criminal episode happened in 1906, which was so spectacular that it cemented his place in history as an international folk hero. On October 16, 1906, in Berlin, Voigt disguised himself as a Prussian army captain. He had planned the ruse carefully, buying pieces of military uniforms at different stores and testing their effect on soldiers by seeing how they reacted when he wore them. He assembled a convincing captain's uniform, which he kept in a luggage storage locker. After resigning from the shoe factory where he worked, he removed th…  ( 14 min )
    Stephansson House Provincial Historic Site in Spruce View, Alberta
    Between Alberta’s two major cities lies a charming pink and green heritage home that once belonged to a famous Icelandic poet. While it might look like a still from a Wes Anderson film, the house is actually a significant part of Canadian-Icelandic history. A pacifist, atheist, and community leader, Stephan G. Stephansson was born in the Skagafjörður district of Northern Iceland in 1853. He first immigrated to the United States before making his way north to the Icelandic settlement of Tindastoll in 1889, which was in its infancy at the time. Stephansson was an active member of the local Icelandic community, serving as justice of the peace, secretary of the local creamery, and building and founding the settlement’s first school. A lifelong insomniac, he farmed during the day and wrote la…  ( 13 min )
    Fundación Natütama in Puerto Nariño, Colombia
    Tucked away in the forest surrounding Puerto Narinó, la Fundación Natütama houses not only elaborate hand-carved replicas of local wildlife and mythical creatures, but also the secrets to the unseen, mythical world below the Amazon’s river currents. The Amazon rainforest is home to countless species of flora and fauna, large and small, known and unknown. Alongside this animal kingdom exist spirits, beings, and entire worlds out of sight and out of reach to humankind. The Indigenous Tikuna elders who inherited these forests and rivers tell tales of seductive shapeshifting dolphins and large hairy human-like creatures that stalk the forest. There are legends of entire cities built under the river's surface, where pink dolphins and turtles live. The Natütama Foundation is a non-profit organization that works with the community of Puerto Nariño to develop research, education, and conservation initiatives combining cultural and scientific knowledge and practices. As part of this mission, they built the Centro de Interpetación (Environmental Interpretation Center). An education center and museum consisting of two permanent installations depicting different phases or aspects of the Amazon rivers environment that are difficult to witness in the wild. One exhibition is based on the flooded rainforest, which depicts, using wood carvings by local artisans, scenes of wildlife beneath the water's surface and among the trees. Here you can see life-sized carvings of pink river dolphins, river otters, and various fish species. These include the iconic pirañas and the pirarucu, which is the largest fish in the Amazon and a staple of the local diet. Another building holds a pitch-black room. Barefoot, you step in and are guided through a recreation of an Amazon beach scene at night. A guide uses a flashlight to illuminate the room while recounting a local legend about a fisherman’s encounter with a river dolphin in the dead of night.  ( 14 min )
    Former Temiya Line Railroad in Otaru, Japan
    The Former Temiya Line Railroad cuts through the retro port city of Otaru, running from the popular Sushiya-Dori shopping street to the Otaru City General Museum, which stands on the site of Temiya Station—the birthplace of rail service in Hokkaido. Established in 1880 as part of the larger Horonai Railway, Temiya Line was the oldest railway line in Hokkaido and carried passengers from 1912 to 1962, after which it only ran as a freight train until its discontinuation in 1985, putting an end to the line altogether. For years, the railroad tracks of the former Temiya Line lay all but abandoned. In 2001, the city purchased them from the Japanese Railway (JR) company in order to repurpose them as a scenic promenade, completing the project in 2016. Now, the refurbished railroad tracks stretch on for a mile, carpeted with weeds and wildflowers. Running past many of Otaru’s landmarks, the promenade itself is a charming attraction, giving visitors a unique Stand By Me-like photo opportunity.  ( 14 min )
    Podcast: Embracing Adventure in Fayetteville
    Listen and subscribe on Stitcher, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all major podcast apps. In this episode of The Atlas Obscura Podcast, we visit a tiny town in West Virginia that takes the idea of “living life to the fullest” to a different level with its embrace of daredevil activities. Like, for instance, a day where people sign up to jump off a bridge. This Small Town, Big Story episode is produced in partnership with Go USA TV. Learn more about Bridge Day here. Our podcast is an audio guide to the world’s wondrous, awe-inspiring, strange places. In under 15 minutes, we’ll take you to an incredible site, and along the way you’ll meet some fascinating people and hear their stories. Join us daily, Monday through Thursday, to explore a new wonder with cofounder Dylan Thuras and a neighborhood of Atlas Obscura reporters.  ( 15 min )
  • Open

    Peter Jones: The Happiness Guru Who Sold 1500 Books a Month
    How he achieved this self-publishing Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 8 min )
    Q&A: ‘SPARTACUS’ Creator Steven S. DeKnight on How Genre Shaped His Life
    The screenwriter/director reveals his secret origin, talks genre storytelling, and breaks down the perils of Hollywood’s IP addiction Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 8 min )
    Expanding Universes Make Better Stories
    Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 8 min )
  • Open

    We Put 19 Wireless Grill Thermometers to the Test—These Four Were the Best
    To find the best wireless grill thermometers, we reviewed almost two dozen thermometers in a series of rigorous tests.  ( 27 min )
    Empanadas de Queso (Argentine Cheese Empanadas)
    Empanadas are found up and down Argentina. But in the Northwest city of Salta, a red chile pepper-dyed dough stands out among the rest.  ( 22 min )
    17 Apple Recipes That Are Ripe For Fall
    Ring in apple-picking season with a bounty of sweet and savory recipes that celebrate the most quintessential of all fall fruits—from desserts and drinks to salad, soup, and entrees.  ( 14 min )
  • Open

    Machine-learning system based on light could yield more powerful, efficient large language models
    MIT system demonstrates greater than 100-fold improvement in energy efficiency and a 25-fold improvement in compute density compared with current systems.  ( 9 min )
  • Open

    In which sector are the top performers stupidest?
    One of my core views is that the most successful performers in most (not all) areas are extremely smart and talented.  So if you are one of the (let’s say) top fifty global performers in an area, you are likely to be one sharp cookie, even if the form of your intelligence is quite different […] The post In which sector are the top performers stupidest? appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to Bob N. This. For most people their interactions ... by Sean In reply to Pedro. that was the point of the comment. nice ... by drew f In reply to Matt. Players like John McEnroe, Billie Jean ... by Randolph Mantooth In reply to george. “All of this seems less true of the ... by Matt I'll say actors. Musicians and athletes at the highest level ... by Dan Hanson Plus 10 more... Related Stories YouTube does not polarize, yet further results in this direction Return to the Econ Listen to Lech  ( 7 min )
    Tuesday assorted links
    1. Has the Queen song “Fat Bottomed Girls” been cancelled? 2. Common sense on vaccines. 3. By one measure, the countries with the most rapid diffusion of AI skills are (in order) Singapore, Finland, Ireland, India, and Canada. 4. The free merch tax system that is Japan. 5. Interview with James D. Gwartney. 6. More […] The post Tuesday assorted links appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to Kevin. I agree; that said, it's amusing to see ... by Alamo In reply to peri. Mercury was bissexual and dated several ... by Alamo In reply to aaron. Don't say “Queen”. by clear-eyed, blue-collar guy That's a great song. Its the late 80s- Enough of this ... by Antony T. In reply to Lord Action. Mchangama wrote a book called free ... by steve Plus 10 more...  ( 6 min )
    YouTube does not polarize, yet further results in this direction
    We find that while the [YouTube] algorithm pulls users away from political extremes, this pull is asymmetric, with users being pulled away from Far Right content stronger than from Far Left. Furthermore, we show that the recommendations made by the algorithm skew left even when the user does not have a watch history. That is […] The post YouTube does not polarize, yet further results in this direction appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments I am convinced enough by Kevin Drum to take it as the null ... by James In reply to steve. Among many, many other examples, the State ... by Bmcburney In reply to Bmcburney. How was it suppressed. Probably the ... by steve In reply to harry. Why was my comment was deleted – because ... by The Real Harry In reply to Bmcburney. Yes. by Clay Plus 10 more... Related Stories Emergent Ventures winners, 28th cohort What makes for a good Royal Navy senior officer? In which sector are the top performers stupidest?  ( 6 min )
    Austin Vernon on the IRA (from my email)
    I’ve thought about this some, but honestly some of the subsidies are so mind bogglingly large that I find myself constantly going back to read the rules to make sure I’m not getting it wrong. So I think the first thing is that the law is not fiscally sustainable because the subsidies are large and […] The post Austin Vernon on the IRA (from my email) appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to blue jay. I stayed in a cave hotel in the Loire. ... by Kaleberg In reply to RAD. sxb and mikeInThe716, I'm confused. How did ... by RAD In reply to sxb. South Australia has been spending a lot of ... by Kaleberg In reply to blue jay. Behind every great industry is a great ... by Kaleberg In reply to PHinton. Correct. Not to worry too much, the ... by EdR Plus 10 more... Related Stories What have I been thinking about lately? Which countries are the losers in the new mercantilism? Emergent Ventures winners, 28th cohort  ( 9 min )
  • Open

    thefacebook and mental health trends: Harvard and Suffolk County Community College
    Multiple available measures indicate worsening mental health among US teenagers. Prominent researchers, commentators, and news sources have attributed this to effects of information and communication technologies (while not always being consistent on exactly which technologies or uses thereof). For example, … Continue reading →  ( 20 min )
    The backpack fallacy rears its ugly head once again
    Shravan points to this that he saw in Footnote 11 in some paper: “However, the fact that we get significant differences in spite of the relatively small samples provides further support for our results.” My response: Oh yes, this sort … Continue reading →  ( 11 min )
    Editorial processes and ethics approval — Case study of 248 studies with the same ethics approval number
    We have analyzed 456 clinical/microbiology papers from a single institute to look at the ethics approval mentioned and found 248 heterogeneous studies (different samples, different populations, different countries) with the same single ethics approval number. Continue reading →  ( 10 min )
  • Open

    AI Funds Don’t Like AI Stocks
    Also 2,700% returns, Arm’s valuation, social media securities fraud and NFT seller financing.  ( 2 min )
  • Open

    Ron's Princibles
    Sunday's post on "Listless vessels" opened with this clip: Your browser does not support the audio element. The movement has got to be about what are you trying to achieve on behalf of the American people and that's got to be based in principle uh because if you're not rooted in principle uh if all […]  ( 10 min )
  • Open

    quantmod_0.4.25 on CRAN
    An updated version of quantmod is now on CRAN. getSymbols.yahoo() can import up to 7 days of intraday data! Thanks to @kapsner... Continue reading: quantmod_0.4.25 on CRAN  ( 9 min )
    Unveiling Data Distribution Patterns with stripchart() in R
    Introdution Continue reading: Unveiling Data Distribution Patterns with stripchart() in R  ( 11 min )
    Creating template files with R
    Over the past few months, I’ve found myself fine-tuning the structure of my R scripts for Continue reading: Creating template files with R  ( 20 min )
  • Open

    As Heat Waves Roast Texas, Batteries Keep Power Grid Humming
    A surge in battery storage is helping Texas beat the heat without additional fossil fuels
    No One Studied Menstrual Product Absorbency Realistically until Now
    A new study reveals the absorbency of pads, tampons and other menstrual products is significantly different than labels suggest
    How a Color-Changing Hogfish Knows whether Its Skin Is White, Brown or Polka-Dotted
    A hogfish may provide the first example of a vertebrate with specialized light-detecting cells that reside outside the central nervous system
    Turtle Shells Record Nuclear History
    Minuscule amounts of uranium detected in the shells of turtles point to a new way to track such materials’ impacts on people and ecosystems
    Cells Discovered Making 'Dark Oxygen' Underground
    A chemical trick for making oxygen can sustain whole underground ecosystems
    We Need Comprehensive Illicit Drug Analysis Now to Stop Overdose Deaths
    More than 100,000 Americans die every year from drug overdoses. We should warn people in real time about dangerous adulterants in the illicit drug market
    Can Dogs Use Language?
    The “button dogs” of TikTok seem to be learning human words. What’s really going on?
  • Open

    10 Great Underrated Western Movies You Probably Haven’t Seen
    The Western is one of the most formative genres in the canon of cinema. The American Frontier is the ideal setting for a film that examines the past, the present, and the future. Through its location, characters, and concepts, Westerns, in gracious and scathing fashions, dissects American history and culture. While an archaic genre today, […]  ( 10 min )
  • Open

    Exclusive: UCSF and VA found “pervasive” manipulation in lab of former center director
    Two institutional investigations that concluded in 2016 and 2019 found scientific misconduct in multiple publications from the lab of a leading urologist at the University of California, San Francisco, Retraction Watch has learned.  The investigations could not determine who had manipulated the published images of experimental data, but the 2019 report concluded that Rajvir Dahiya, … Continue reading Exclusive: UCSF and VA found “pervasive” manipulation in lab of former center director  ( 12 min )
  • Open

    Federal Study Links Testicular Cancer to ‘Forever Chemicals’
    Multiple studies show that firefighters, both military and civilian, have been diagnosed with testicular cancer at higher rates than average. But for the first time, a study has found a direct association between a PFAS chemical found in the blood of military personnel and testicular cancer.  ( 16 min )
  • Open

    Comment on July 2023 version: content now complete, including index by Mark
    p. 179: line 3, "classification", "finitely" and "modules" are all misspelled; line 4, missing semicolon between "principal ideal domains" and "unique factorization of ideals".  ( 12 min )
  • Open

    NRL Predictions for Round 26
    Team Ratings for Round 26 The basic method is described on my Department home page. Here are the team ratings prior to this week’s games, along with the ratings at the start of the season. Current Rating Rating at Season Start Difference Panthers 13.93 12.99 0.90 Storm 8.42 11.21 -2.80 Broncos 6.22 -5.92 12.10 Sharks […] NRL Predictions for Round 26 first appeared on Stats Chat.  ( 4 min )
    Top 14 Predictions for Round 2
    Team Ratings for Round 2 I got caught by the early start to the Top 14, so my published predictions start from Round 2. You can see below the predictions for Round1. The basic method is described on my Department home page. Here are the team ratings prior to this week’s games, along with the […] Top 14 Predictions for Round 2 first appeared on Stats Chat.  ( 4 min )
    Bunnings NPC Predictions for Wednesday Game for Round 3
    Team Ratings for Wednesday Game for Round 3 The basic method is described on my Department home page. Here are the team ratings prior to this week’s games, along with the ratings at the start of the season. Current Rating Rating at Season Start Difference Canterbury 12.37 9.44 2.90 Wellington 9.32 8.72 0.60 North […] Bunnings NPC Predictions for Wednesday Game for Round 3 first appeared on Stats Chat.  ( 4 min )

  • Open

    What Can Fetish Research Tell Us About AI?
    Epistemic status: Ha ha, only serious
    Open Thread 290
    ...
  • Open

    Palette cleanser
    Ben Brubaker wrote a long piece for Quanta magazine about meta-complexity. The first three-quarters are a giant refresher on the story of computability and complexity theory in the 20th centuryR…  ( 5 min )
  • Open

    Palette cleanser
    Ben Brubaker wrote a about meta-complexity. The first three-quarters are a giant refresher on the story of computability and complexity theory in the 20th century—including Turing, Gödel, Shannon, Cook, Karp, Levin, Baker-Gill-Solovay, Sipser, Razborov, Rudich, and more. But then the last quarter gets into actually new (well, within the last couple years) developments, including the NP-completeness of “Partial-MCSP” and other progress on the Minimum Circuit Size Problem, and progress toward basing cryptography on the sole assumption PNP, and ruling out Impagliazzo’s “Heuristica” and “Pessiland” worlds. I’m quoted (and helped proofread the piece) despite playing no role in the new developments. Worth a read if you don’t already know this stuff.long piece for magazineQuanta Duane Rich…  ( 5 min )
    Modes (Part 8)
    In Part 6 and Part 7 we used George Russell’s theories about the Lydian mode to illuminate some beautiful patterns in the modes of the major scale. Now let’s make those patterns more precise using a little group theory. We’ll see that the 84-element group acts as symmetries on the set of all modes of […]  ( 15 min )
  • Open

    The President [jatp]
    Visit the post for more.  ( 6 min )
  • Open

    “Five Minutes of Now”- Boost Your Creativity with Real-Time Writing
    Find new ways to observe and express magic in the moment Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 9 min )
    Top Tip for Selling Your Book
    Successfully market your nonfiction book with this crucial first step Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 8 min )
    What’s Old Is New Again: Why I Stopped Using a Computer and Started Writing by Hand
    Going analog could give your writing a jump start Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 8 min )
    Why Writers Shouldn’t Be Punished For High Bounce Rates
    It’s unscientific to make assumptions based on incomplete data Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 8 min )
  • Open

    Orikum in Orikum, Albania
    The ancient ruins of Orikum, at the south end of the Bay of Vlorë in Albania, is an important historical landmark boasting a rich history, well-preserved ruins, and a unique blend of Illyrian, Greek and Roman influences.  Founded by Euboeans and originally situated on an island, Orikum was well-positioned for communication with Corfu and Greece. The city was only 40 miles across the sea from Otranto, making it a convenient stopover between Greece and Italy. Ancient sources described it as a harbor, but it eventually attained the status of a polis and issued its own coins from around 230 to 168 B.C. Orikum's military importance continued under Roman rule, as it served as a base during Rome's wars with the Illyrians and Macedonia, which occupied it for a time. Julius Caesar captured the city during the civil war in 48 B.C. Under Ottoman rule, the city was renamed Orikum Pashaliman, "the Pasha's harbor," and the lagoon and nearby Albanian navy base still bears this name today. The city's past is not only marked by ancient history; in 1950, Pashaliman was the only Soviet base in the Mediterranean. The base became a hot spot of conflict between the Russians and Albanians in 1961. The base is still in operation today, hosting a small fleet of ships. Visitors to Orikum can marvel at the ancient ruins, which, although not as extensive or well-preserved as other sites, are impressive nonetheless. The picturesque surroundings of the Bay of Vlorë and the verdant hillsides create a stunning backdrop, adding to the allure of this historical landmark.  ( 13 min )
    How Iceberg Won the Lettuce Wars
    THIS ARTICLE IS ADAPTED FROM THE AUGUST 19, 2023, EDITION OF GASTRO OBSCURA’S FAVORITE THINGS NEWSLETTER. YOU CAN SIGN UP HERE. I wish I had some sort of Proustian memory of a fancy steakhouse wedge salad, resplendent in blue cheese and crackles of bacon. But like most kids growing up in suburbia, my first exposure to iceberg lettuce involved a few wan hothouse tomatoes and a bottle of dressing with Paul Newman’s face on it. By the time I was learning to cook as a teen, wedge salads and iceberg were hopelessly passé. I aspired to the salads spotted in the dog-eared pages of old Gourmets—turrets of microgreens and edible flowers à la Alice Waters, who famously snubbed iceberg—made in far-off places like San Francisco. I've since seen the error of my snobby ways, and I’m not alone. In 20…  ( 19 min )
    World's Largest Gas Kan in Iola, Kansas
    The City of Gas got its unique name from the natural gas deposits found in what was then known as Elm Township. The cheap fuel boom caused a local farmer, E.K. Taylor, to divide his farm into lots in 1898, leading to the creation of “Gas City.” The plentiful natural gas caused the town to reach a population of over 1,200 residents at its peak in 1910, however, by 1920, 70 percent of the population had left. Gas remains on the map, with a current population of 475 residents, as measured by the 2020 census. In the 1970s, the local water tower was built, and the city council wanted to celebrate it with something fun and eye-catching. The tower was painted red to resemble a gas can, and the words “GAS KAN” were written across it, creating a play on words, and thus, the World’s Largest Gas Kan was born. The water tower continues to serve the community, holding 100,000 gallons of water. The tower isn’t immediately visible from Highway 54, so it requires a brief, but intentional drive into town. However, a miniature replica of the Gas Kan is visible in the southwest corner of Fees Park, located at 2000th Street and West 1st Street.  ( 13 min )
    Guardians of the Seeds Trolls in Boothbay, Maine
    In the Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens, a group of five mythical trolls has taken residence, adding a touch of enchantment to the woods. Created by artist Thomas Dambo in a two-year, $500,000 collaboration, these friendly giants are nestled along hidden paths, inviting visitors on a treasure hunt to catch a glimpse. The sculptures, with Danish names related to the forest, expand Dambo's collection of 80 trolls found worldwide.  ( 12 min )
    Yayoi Archaeological Site in Tokyo, Japan
    In early Japanese archaeology and history, the Yayoi period is one of the major time periods that is believed to have lasted from the 10th century B.C. to the 3rd century A.D. Bridging the prehistoric Jōmon period and the pre-dynastic Kofun period, it saw the proto-Japanese people's shift from a hunter-gatherer society to an agricultural civilization, which led to the dawn of the Iron Age in Japan. The historical period is named after the Yayoi district in today's Bunkyo City, then called Mukaigaoka-Yayoi, where a number of terracotta vessels were unearthed in 1884. As research advanced, archaeologists concluded that the Yayoi-type pottery was a successor to the Jōmon pottery and of a separate period. On the whole, the Yayoi pottery is plainer than the Jōmon pottery, which is often decor…  ( 14 min )
    Grave of the Godstone Pirate in Godstone, England
    The Grave of the Godstone Pirate can be found in an otherwise innocuous-looking church in Godstone. John Edward Trenchman was born in London in the 17th century. At the age of 12, he left the city's docks and joined the crew of the notorious pirate Henry Morgan. After years at sea, Trenchman returned to England but did not leave his pirate ways behind. He smuggled goods along the country's southeast coast. But when a member of his crew was arrested and gave up the secret smuggling routes, customs officers put a stop to his piracy.  Trenchman was wounded in the ambush. He escaped and made his way to the Fox and Hounds Inn in Godstone, but eventually succumbed to his wounds and died at the pub. Villagers buried him in an unmarked grave at the south end of the churchyard at St. Nicholas. The church was the subject of several episodes of haunting after the pirate was initially buried in an unmarked grave at the back of the church until the priest and churchwardens removed the pirate’s body and reburied him with a full Christian service, opposite the church doors. From then on nothing more was seen or heard of Godstone’s pirate ghost. More can be found about the pirate at the Fox and Hounds pub, where he died. The pub is a few minutes' drive from the church on the other side of Godstone. It can be found by heading into Godstone from the church and heading towards Godstone Farm (follow the signs). The pub is a little way past the Godstone Farm.  ( 13 min )
    The Sinks in Lander, Wyoming
    This incredible canyon features the Popo Agie River (pronounced "puh-POE-zha"), which descends through the canyon in gentle cascades. What's particularly unique about The Sinks is that the river disappears underground for about a quarter-mile, then reemerges further downstream. It takes several hours for the water to reappear on the surface, though this same volume of water, traveling aboveground, would only take a few minutes. For years, geologists were stumped about how the river could take so long to travel such a short distance. While they still cannot confirm the passage, the theory is that there are a myriad of winding passages for the water to work through, drastically lengthening its travel time. Cracks, fissures, dead ends, and side traps create a world of obstacles for the water to overcome before reemerging and continuing its path down the canyon. Take a night to camp in the park's beautiful campground that rests right on the river and be sure to keep an eye on the cliffs nearby when it is dark. If you spotlights bobbing along the cliff's face, it's merely local mountaineers out for a night climb.  ( 13 min )
    Golden Frog of Hakata Station in Fukuoka, Japan
    Since antiquity, frogs have been a lucky symbol in Japanese culture. For one thing, they are associated with the rain—needed to grow rice—and are considered a messenger of several deities. Additionally, the Japanese word for "frog" is homophonous with the word meaning "to return:" kaeru. Thanks to this wordplay, frogs are believed to grant safety to travelers until they return home and bring back health and money that one has spent. At Hakata Station, one of the major transport hubs in Fukuoka, there is a small golden frog hiding in plain sight, and it is said that good luck will come to whoever finds it. Designed by sculptor Satoshi Yabuuchi, widely known as the creator of Nara Prefecture's mascot character Sento-Kun, the Golden Frog was humbly unveiled when the JR Hakata City station mall was completed in 2011. It has since been climbing the wall of the building, unnoticed by most passengers. The idea behind its conception was that one should walk with their head up, or they would miss nice things in life.  ( 13 min )
    Buster Keaton Museum in Piqua, Kansas
    This rural museum and water utility office honors the life of the town of Piqua’s most famous non-resident, Buster Keaton. Despite his limited relationship with the town during his lifetime, Piqua has become the truest home of the comic genius of the silent screen. Keaton was born October 4, 1895, in Piqua, Kansas, but he never lived there. His parents, a moderately famous vaudevillian couple who performed together as “The Two Keatons,” had no connection to Piqua. However, they were in town supporting Harry Houdini’s act on the day Buster was born. Buster would grow up on the road, first performing onstage with his parents before making the jump to film.  Keaton starred in some of the greatest comedies of the era, many of which he directed himself, revolutionizing the language of comedy filmmaking. He weathered career setbacks including the switch to sound and personal struggles, and lived to see interest in his work and career revived in the 1950s. The famed actor visited Piqua only once in his lifetime. In 1957, Keaton and his wife, Eleanor, were driving back from the Kansas State Fair, when Eleanor saw a sign for Piqua. According to Eleanor, In shock, she stopped short, waking Buster, who was surprised to discover that his hometown even existed. In a hurry, they briefly walked through town, and pledged to come back one day. While Keaton never returned before passing away in 1966, Eleanor would come back frequently, as Piqua and the nearby town of Iola began planning an annual festival to honor their native son. People, including Eleanor, began donating memorabilia to the festival, which was held annually from 1993 until 2023. Without the level of attendance needed to build a permanent museum, Piqua opened up the Buster Keaton Museum as a room within the water department, where it still stands today.  ( 13 min )
    McCammonplein in Opijnen, Netherlands
    On July 30, 1943, the American B-17 bomber Man-O-War was shot down by German fighter planes, crashing into the occupied town of Opijnen in the Netherlands. Eight crewmen were killed and two others became war prisoners.  After the war, in appreciation of their sacrifice, the townspeople of Opijnen built a monument at the exact site of the crash in the shape of the B-17, using paving stones and a granite tail section containing the crew's names. The bodies of the crew were interred in the nearby churchyard, where, with the permission of their families, they remain today. The streets surrounding the crash site are named for the members of the crew and memorial services are held annually. The small park that houses the memorial was named McCammonplein in honor of the plane's pilot, 2nd Lt. Keene C McCammon, who survived the crash.  ( 13 min )
    Rewilding His Corner of Ireland's Beara Peninsula Is One Man's Labor of Love
    This piece was originally published in The Guardian and appears here as part of our Climate Desk collaboration. Eoghan Daltun stood on a slope and pointed to a distant vista of verdant fields, craggy hills, and conifer trees across the Beara Peninsula in west Cork. Sun glinted off the rocks and sheep grazed in meadows. It was serene—the sort of bucolic panorama that draws tourists and appears on Irish postcards to embody the Emerald Isle. Daltun, however, had news for anyone tempted to marvel at nature’s majesty. “It’s ecological illiteracy. They can’t read the landscape they’re looking at. That is a completely barren landscape. It is biologically empty.” The scenery, he said, represented environmental degradation. The sheep had devoured wild flowers and seedlings, preventing nat…  ( 18 min )
    Podcast: A Whale of a Tale with Daniel Kraus
    Listen and subscribe on Stitcher, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all major podcast apps. In this episode of The Atlas Obscura Podcast, we chat with writer Daniel Kraus, who let his imagination run deep into the ocean after hearing a wild news story about an encounter between kayakers and a whale. And we get the backstory to Kraus’ new novel Whalefall, about a man who finds himself in the belly of a sperm whale. Our podcast is an audio guide to the world’s wondrous, awe-inspiring, strange places. In under 15 minutes, we’ll take you to an incredible site, and along the way you’ll meet some fascinating people and hear their stories. Join us daily, Monday through Thursday, to explore a new wonder with cofounder Dylan Thuras and a neighborhood of Atlas Obscura reporters.  ( 12 min )
    Puzzle Monday: Chocaholic
    Among our crosswords and other puzzles, we're featuring logic challenges from Puzzle Communication Nikoli, a cult-favorite puzzle publication from Japan. A PDF of the puzzle, as well as the solution, can be downloaded below. Many of the challenges in Puzzle Communication Nikoli, Japan’s influential publication of logic puzzles, have been around for a while. But readers and puzzle enthusiasts are always submitting new ideas. Some get published, and among those some pick up enough fans that they earn a place in the regular puzzle lineup. Double Choco is the most recent addition to that lineup that we’ve featured in Atlas Obscura. It was created in 2018 by a reader with the pseudonym Airplane, who was a new Nikoli reader at the time. Airplane was interested in grid puzzles that involve shapes and resolve to recognizable images, according to Nikoli president and puzzle creator Yoshinao Anpuku. He was also inspired by fractal art, or art involving geometric structures that repeat at small and large sizes. The resulting puzzle, Double Choco, isn’t quite fractal art, but the idea of repeated, connected shapes and patterns runs through it. Airplane named the puzzle Double Chocolate, which was shortened slightly by the editors, in reference to dark and white chocolate. The two-color arrangement distinguishes puzzle grids from others in Nikoli’s pages, and often creates pleasing symmetries (as seen in Puzzle #3 below). Solving a Double Choco involves reasoning at several levels. The goal is to divide the grid into blocks by drawing solid lines over the dotted lines. Each block must contain an equal number of white and gray cells, and those areas of white and gray must have the same form/shape. They can be rotated or mirrored to match one another. The numbers in the grid indicate the number of cells of that color in its block—or half the total cells in the block. A block can contain any number of cells with the number, or no number at all. Stumped? Download the solutions!  ( 13 min )
  • Open

    a ‘simple and minimalistic’ terminal file manager
    GitHub - antonmedv/walk: Terminal file manager [roger] I like its speed. 😎  ( 1 min )
    ‘adjust your images, add effects online in your browser’
    miniPaint - image editor (github) [tdjones] Impressive for an online “Photoshop alternative.” 😎  ( 1 min )
  • Open

    Fountains of Diamonds Erupt as Supercontinents Break Up
    Researchers have discovered a pattern where diamonds spew from deep beneath Earth’s surface in huge, explosive volcanic eruptions
    Why a Highly Mutated Coronavirus Variant Has Scientists on Alert
    Research is under way to determine whether the mutation-laden lineage BA.2.86 is nothing to worry about — or has the potential to spread globally
    How to Protect Yourself from Smoky Wildfire Air
    As giant plumes from fires in Canada billow over the U.S., experts explain what smoke does to your health—and how to protect yourself
    Disappearing Glaciers Expose Vast New Ecosystems That Need Protection
    New habitats that are emerging as mountain glaciers melt away represent huge ecological shifts and present new challenges for conservation
    Americans Have Breathed More Wildfire Smoke in Eight Months Than in Entire Years
    Smoke from wildfires that have been exacerbated by climate change is complicating the picture of air pollution in the U.S.
    Worm Brains, Decoded like Never Before, Could Shed Light on Our Own Mind
    One of the most in-depth catalogs of an animal’s brain-body connections ever compiled ties neural activity to roundworm behavior
    The Dangers of Wildfire Smoke
    Climate change is making wildfires more likely and more intense, exposing more people to dangerous wildfire smoke. Scientists are continuing to learn how much damage that smoke can do to the environment and human health
    Russia's Luna-25 Lander Has Crashed into the Moon
    Luna-25, Russia's first moon mission in nearly a half-century, was the vanguard of a planned series of lunar probes
    Getting Closer to Eliminating the Wild Poliovirus
    Global efforts to eradicate the poliovirus were recently described as unsuccessful—yet Afghanistan and Pakistan are now on the verge of eliminating it
    Using Human-Sized Microphones and Hay Bales, They Unlocked the Mysteries of Bird Migration
    For thousands of years, no one truly knew how birds migrated—that is until a few unlikely pioneers sat, with hundreds of pounds of kludged together recording gear, in an empty field waiting to hear sounds that no one had ever captured
    The Fast, Furious and Brutally Short Life of an African Male Lion
    From the moment a male lion is born it faces a gauntlet of challenges, ranging from snakebite to infanticide
  • Open

    Everyone Wants a Piece of Sculptor
    Also David Solomon, Standard Industries and SoHo House.  ( 2 min )
  • Open

    Dean Phillips not running for president in 2024
    Plus: Vikings sign XFL QB Jordan Ta’amu; the future of Open Streets is in jeopardy; staff shortages close many Minneapolis beaches and public pools; and more.  ( 7 min )
    Business & entrepreneur freelance opportunity
    There are great candidates who might not check all the boxes or who hold important skills we haven’t listed. Don’t hesitate to apply and tell us about yourself.  ( 4 min )
    Researchers at Hamline University look to expand accessibility of lead testing
    The average price of gold (currently used to test for lead) per gram was $57.9, while the average price of bismuth (a testing alternative) per gram was $0.0085 (less than 1 cent).  ( 12 min )
    You can’t teach psychology without covering gender and sexuality, and you can’t teach history without covering racism
    We cannot sit back and let politicians prevent our young people from learning the truth in their classrooms.  ( 14 min )
    ‘I will keep fighting for this’: State licensure is a challenge for many internationally trained mental health professionals
    Because of Minnesota’s complex licensing requirements, these three internationally trained mental health professionals say they haven’t been able to practice at a level equal to their education and experience since moving to the state.  ( 30 min )
    The Rochester Cyclone of Aug. 21, 1883
    It killed dozens and injured hundreds, dropping people into cemeteries, scattering fish across the landscape, and plucking chickens bald.  ( 10 min )
    Minneapolis shooting leaves 8 injured
    Plus: Gov. Walz calls Republican candidates a "weird group of folks"; former Gov. Al Quie dies; potential for rare 100-degree weather in August; SCSU cuts more faculty ahead of fall semester; and more.  ( 9 min )
  • Open

    13 Pumpkin Seed Recipes That You Don't Have to Wait For Fall to Make
    Pumpkin seeds add a nutty complex flavor to any recipe, from classic moles to soups, salads, and baked goods. They also make for an irresistible snack, whether simply toasted with olive oil and salt or dressed up with delectable flavor combinations like curry and mint or chorizo and smoked paprika.
    Yellow Squash Casserole
    Packed full of sweet yellow squash and topped with buttery crackers, this Southern staple is worth turning on the oven, even during the hottest summer days.
    Serious Eats Staff Spaces: A Former Coffee Pro’s Home Cafe
    We tour the home coffee bar of our resident coffee expert—featuring our favorite drip coffee maker, coffee grinder, coffee scale, and gooseneck kettle.
    Our Favorite KitchenAid Stand Mixer is Available Refurbished...and Is $300 Off
    Its large capacity bowl and powerful motor can mix stiff doughs and whip cream better than any other model we tested.
  • Open

    Shrinking Economies Don’t Innovate
    Most economic growth comes from innovation, not the accumulation of capital or labor. And innovation rates are mostly due to two competing factors. One the one hand, we pick the low hanging fruit of the easiest highest-payoff innovations to try first. On the other hand, we can more easily pursue innovation ideas when our world is richer, has better tech, and knows more.
  • Open

    Monday assorted links
    1. What happens to your returns? (New Yorker) 2. “The hobby of “collecting” had the highest average IQ.” 3. Is there a new accent developing in Antarctica? 4. How one man created a multimillion-dollar resale market for Buc-ee’s snacks (Texan throughout). 5. More Heidi Williams (and others) on speeding scientific progress, and the co-authored (various luminaries) […] The post Monday assorted links appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to Pepé Silvia. Sheetz and Wawa are just big ... by dave In reply to MikeP. The same cannot be said for mRNA vaccines, ... by RAD In reply to dan1111. Europe and North America are drifting ... by Temper Tantra In reply to MT. Yes. Insofar as it is possible to find any ... by Evolutionist In reply to James N. Markels. You're seeing P(IQ|activity ... by George Oh-Well Plus 10 more...  ( 6 min )
    The Jones Act Enforcer
    The Offshore Marine Service Association has a ship, the Jones Act Enforcer, whose only job is to spy on and harass European vessels that are installing wind farms off the coast of New England. BostonGlobe: To get Vineyard Wind done, developers are turning to vehicles such as the Sea Installer, which arrived in Salem in […] The post The Jones Act Enforcer appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to F. E. Guerra-Pujol. Has Biden, or Trump, or any ... by David Wright In reply to blue jay. Well, I'm probably wrong – I usually ... by EdR In reply to EdR. Clearly there are many partisan demoncats ... by EdR In reply to dan1111. dan111 – You hit the nail squarely on ... by Old Primate In reply to Doug. There are many regulations that could do ... by Bob Plus 10 more... Related Stories Return to the Econ Which countries are the losers in the new mercantilism? Listen to Lech  ( 7 min )
    Return to the Econ
    Joshua Gans revisits life among the econ, 50 years after the classic investigation by Axel Leijonhufvud. In Leijonhufvud’s time, economics was dominated by two super-castes which worshipped different totems. Today, however, the super-castes are hardly to be seen and the old totems have been replaced by a singular new totem: The technology powering the Econ […] The post Return to the Econ appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to dearieme. How dare they still ... by George Oh-Well Interestingly, his outlook for the future of the Econ is very ... by Gridlock In reply to Evan Osborne. How is that name not a typo or ... by yo It's remarkable that the continued existence of indentured ... by dearieme Will this be post of the year? by Rich Berger Plus 3 more... Related Stories Listen to Lech The Jones Act Enforcer Which countries are the losers in the new mercantilism?  ( 7 min )
    Which businesses mix the classes best?
    Casual restaurant chains, like Olive Garden and Applebee’s, have the largest positive impact on cross-class encounters through both scale and their diversity of visitors. Dollar stores and local pharmacies like CVS deepen isolation. Among publicly-funded spaces, libraries and parks are more redistributive than museums and historical sites. And, despite prominent restrictions on chain stores in […] The post Which businesses mix the classes best? appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to Space Hair. There are cultures where yes, ... by Bob In reply to Mike in Va. Yeah, I have seen very little cross ... by Bob In reply to dearieme. 'German contributions to American ... by carlospln In reply to Steve Sailer. Steve, I think you forget that a ... by clear-eyed, blue-collar guy In reply to mkt42. Nah, they were publishing German ... by peri Plus 10 more... Related Stories What makes for a good Royal Navy senior officer? The Gender Death Gap The Impact of Vaccines and Behavior on U.S. Cumulative Deaths from COVID-19  ( 6 min )
    What have I been thinking about lately?
    Robin Hanson asked me this question at lunch last week, and due to the general raucousness of the occasion I didn’t get a chance to answer.  So here is my list of recent questions: 1. How much did the British colonial welfare state for Ceylon in the 1930s help that country and its later social […] The post What have I been thinking about lately? appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments re: Ecuador the Venezuelan migrant crisis overran the country ... by Dawszein In reply to M. A consumer anthropologist whose class I took ... by Josh Tyler – what about the human cost of AI? On their career ... by Antony T. In reply to Trump 2024. In a country of idiots and ... by Antony T. In reply to Otto. “Tyler is an insider radical Dem de ... by ... Plus 10 more... Related Stories Which countries are the losers in the new mercantilism? Emergent Ventures winners, 28th cohort Diogo Costa on Brazil  ( 7 min )
  • Open

    What matters?
    In March, a survey about which values were important to people got a lot of attention.  It seemed to show that people had shifted away from concerns with family and community and towards a concern with money.  I raised some questions about the interpretation of the survey and said that I would look for other data, but forgot to follow up on it.    I was reminded by a column by David Brooks the other day.   It's called "To be happy, marriage matters more than career," and the summary on my phone says "Yet parents sends the opposite message to the young."  Presumably Brooks didn't write those (and nobody copy-edited the summary), but they give a pretty good distillation of his column.  Basically it's the same conclusion that he (and others) drew from the earlier survey:  that people are turn…  ( 12 min )
  • Open

    The Tocharian Trek: PIE and migration across Eurasia
    In recent weeks and months, Language Log has been quite active in discussions on Tocharian and its relationship to other members of Indo-European.  Today's post takes a different approach from this post made just yesterday and many earlier posts. "Europe's ancient languages shed light on a great migration and weather vocabulary" by Ali Jones, Horizon: […]  ( 11 min )
  • Open

    Exclusive: World-renowned biologist accused of bullying student, stealing his work
    One of the world’s foremost conservation biologists is being accused of plagiarism and bullying by a former PhD student, Retraction Watch has learned.   The biologist, Stuart Pimm of Duke University, strongly denies the charges, but he and his colleagues have acknowledged the existence of “closely related” work following an internal investigation by Duke. The … Continue reading Exclusive: World-renowned biologist accused of bullying student, stealing his work  ( 16 min )
  • Open

    Modes (Part 8)
    In Part 6 and Part 7 we used George Russell’s theories about the Lydian mode to illuminate some beautiful patterns in the modes of the major scale. Now let’s make those patterns more precise using a little group theory. We’ll see that the 84-element group acts as symmetries on the set of all modes of […]  ( 15 min )
  • Open

    “Hi Andrew, there’s a new Effective Altruist billionaire giving away their money . . .”
    I’m going thru my old emails—Inbox Zero, baby!—and came across this one from 8 Mar 2022, from someone who will remain anonymous: Hi Andrew, there’s a new Effective Altruist billionaire giving away their money, and I’m writing a grant proposal … Continue reading →  ( 9 min )
  • Open

    Michel Foucault Is Not a Comics Scholar
    This is not a calligram. But it’s close. A calligram, according to James Harkness, is a “poem whose words are arranged in such fashion as to form a picture of its ‘topic'” (60), such as Guillaume Apollinaire’s 1918 “Salut monde”: Arranged to evoke the Eiffel Tower, the words translate: “Hello world, of which I am […]  ( 15 min )
  • Open

    As Offshore Wind Ramps Up, Scientists Flag Potential Impacts
    The U.S. is set to ramp up offshore wind capacity, but scientists still don’t fully understand the potential impacts that thousands of new turbines will have. They stress, though, that they don’t want to derail offshore wind, only to better understand what changes — both positive and negative — to expect.  ( 17 min )
  • Open

    Calvino’s Ghosts
    Last summer, Mike Sharples drew my attention to a lecture that Italo Calvino toured Italy with in 1967, reprinted as “Cybernetics and Ghosts” in the Vintage collection The Literature Machine. It presents a puzzling and somewhat disturbing argument. But the other day I was rereading it and think I discovered a key to unlocking its … Continue reading Calvino’s Ghosts →  ( 7 min )
  • Open

    Wedding Bayesian and Frequentist Designs Created a Mess
    Background Medical Setting Severe asthma that cannot be managed by noninvasive pharmacologic intervention is a serious quality of life issue for patients. Bronchial thermoplasty is an invasive treatment for such patients. It involves inserting a bronchoscope equipped with a device employing radio-frequency ablation to destroy some of the smooth muscle in the airway to allow the patient to breathe more freely. In order to run a rigorous randomized clinical trial (RCT) to unbiasedly determine the clinical effectiveness of thermoplasty it is necessary to randomize some patients to a sham procedure in which a bronchoscope is inserted without performing an intervention, but is manipulated in ways that are almost identical to a true ablation, and stays inserted the same amount of time. Asthmatx,…  ( 16 min )
  • Open

    Exploring Box Plots with Mean Values using Base R and ggplot2
    Introduction Continue reading: Exploring Box Plots with Mean Values using Base R and ggplot2  ( 11 min )
  • Open

    Circuit Symbols
    No content preview  ( 1 min )

  • Open

    a journal of the conquest, war, famine, and death year
    Read at last the (disappointing) last tome of Christelle Dabos’ The Mirror Visitor, The Storm of Echoes, as I find the unravelling of the story unbearably slow and poorly constructed, contrasting with the earlier volumes where the universe building was central to the appeal of the series. Here it is collapsing, literally and figuratively. Without […]  ( 7 min )
  • Open

    a journal of the conquest, war, famine, and death year
    Read at last the (disappointing) last tome of Christelle Dabos’ The Mirror Visitor, The Storm of Echoes, as I find the unravelling of the story unbearably slow and poorly constructed, contrasting with the earlier volumes where the universe building was central to the appeal of the series. Here it is collapsing, literally and figuratively. Without […]  ( 7 min )
    Val de Montferrand [bergerie de l’Hortus]
    Visit the post for more.  ( 6 min )
  • Open

    Becoming Confident In Your Writing: Overcoming Impostor Syndrome
    Here’s How to ACTUALLY Deal with Imposter Syndrome As a Writer Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 8 min )
    How to Make Compound Nouns Plural in Your Writing
    Including some exceptions to common rules related to plural compound nouns Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »
    Why You Need to Stop Writing on Auto-Tone
    I tune my words and write to the beat of my heart Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »
  • Open

    Sunday assorted links
    1. Lev Aronian has good taste in movies. 2. On Solenoid, Cărtărescu, and Bucharest. 3. Alcohol is bad for you. 4. China fertility fact of the day. 5. 4.5 hour Jolly Swagman conversation with Stephen Wolfram. 6. Daniel Cohen has passed away (in French). The post Sunday assorted links appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to Justin Chang. The amazing thing is the crash ... by gjk In reply to Tom T.. When my time comes, I hope to pass away ... by Dismalist 3. Amazing to me how many people who swear they always 'follow ... by James In reply to Justin Chang. Well yeah, I would like some of ... by Abelard Lindsey #1. Personally, I think Vertigo is overrated, with its ... by PaulD Plus 10 more...  ( 6 min )
    Which countries are the losers in the new mercantilism?
    New tax credits for manufacturing batteries, solar-power equipment and other green technology are drawing a flood of capital to the U.S. The European Union is trying to respond with its own green-energy support package. Japan has announced plans for $150 billion of borrowing to finance a wave of investment in green technology. All of them are working to become less dependent […] The post Which countries are the losers in the new mercantilism? appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to BC. It depends. It's all very conditional. For ... by Dismalist In reply to John from London. Oh you politically incorrect ... by EdR The problem: Progressive govs want to offer massive subsidies ... by blue jay In reply to Mitchell. Assuming that Neo-Mercantilism is ... by M In the EU, the EC per se has almost not budget. All subsidies ... by Stéphane Couvreur Plus 10 more... Related Stories Listen to Lech Bob Ekelund has passed away Sebastian Bensusan on Argentina dollarization  ( 7 min )
    Listen to Lech
    WashPost: Of the giants who brought down the Iron Curtain — among them Ronald Reagan, Margaret Thatcher, John Paul II, Vaclav Havel — only Walesa is still with us. At 79, he still looks as vigorous as the young electrician who led a workers’ uprising against the “dictatorship of the proletariat”; forced Poland’s Marxist regime […] The post Listen to Lech appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments Young people aren't very bright though. by Franzish To truly defeat the tendency towards communism/socialsim it is ... by monetary economics is too complicated In reply to Zach. Please, so far such independent efforts ... by Sure In reply to Scott Mauldin. I don't know why higher education ... by Anti-Gnostic In reply to rsm. Then they just want it to be determined by ... by Sure Plus 10 more... Related Stories Bob Ekelund has passed away Sebastian Bensusan on Argentina dollarization Emergent Ventures winners, 28th cohort  ( 7 min )
    *Travels with Tocqueville Beyond America*
    Again, that is the new book by Jeremy Jennings, here is another excerpt: These grave misgivings [about travel] have persisted.  “I have been reading books of travels all my life,” Jean-Jacques Rousseau wrote, “but I have never found two that gave me the same idea of the same nation.”  Those who “travel best,” he added, […] The post *Travels with Tocqueville Beyond America* appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to OutHere. Btym bro im happy I don't travel to ... by Antony T Travelling is a fools paradise.. by Antony T In reply to sxb. On the other hand, going twenty miles ... by Tom T. In reply to peri. Exception: he loves that Merlin app for ... by peri In reply to peri. It was actually a lady from India who ... by peri Plus 10 more... Related Stories Don’t Doubt: Saint Thomas in India That was then, this is now — the culture that is Swiss edition Albania (Italy) fact of the day  ( 7 min )
  • Open

    Report on the large language model meeting at Berkeley
    I’m not the only one who thinks GPT-4 is awesome. I just got back from an intense week of meetings at the Large language models and transformers workshop at Berkeley’s Simons Institute for the Theory of Computing. Thanks to Umesh … Continue reading →  ( 12 min )
    Bob Carpenter thinks GPT-4 is awesome.
    Bob writes: GPT4 is even better at Stan than GPT3 and even better at C++. It’s sooo much better at longer chains of reasoning, writing style, and being able to maintain coherence. Check this two turn dialogue to get it … Continue reading →  ( 22 min )
  • Open

    10 Great War Movies Recommended By Christopher Nolan
    It’s safe to say that Christopher Nolan holds a special place in film lover’s hearts. In a groundbreaking career that now spans 25 years, the British maestro has etched a permanent place in movie history as one of a select few to have ever achieved widespread critical adoration and sustained mainstream popularity, which in turn […]  ( 9 min )
  • Open

    Listless vessels
    In an interview on Friday ("DeSantis plans to do what Trump couldn't | Full Interview with Will Witt", The Florida Standard 8/18/2023), Ron DeSantis referred to (some of?) Donald Trump's followers as "listless vessels": Your browser does not support the audio element. The movement has got to be about what are you trying to achieve […]  ( 12 min )
    The origins and affinities of Tocharian
    I asked several IEist colleagues: Of all the IE languages, which one is Tocharian closest to? Celtic? Germanic? Answers received: James P. Mallory: I can't answer that but since almost all the phylogenies have it leaving after Anatolian one could argue that it does not actually have any close relatives, i.e., it was never really […]  ( 14 min )
  • Open

    Punny Answers
    I’ve been collecting math jokes for many years, but I was avoiding puns, mostly because of my English. Puns are among the most difficult things to master in a language. Here are some punny jokes that I finally understand. * * * —Who invented the Round Table?—Sir Cumference. * * * —Why didn’t the hyperbola […]  ( 5 min )
  • Open

    Lessons from Antarctica about Raising Kids in the Climate Crisis
    Horror stories from Indigenous writers, a plea for better road ecology, and more books out now
    A Heroic Effort Aims to Save Florida's Coral Reefs from Record Heat
    As waters off Florida hit abnormally hot temperatures, volunteer divers are rescuing corals to ride out the heat wave in giant tanks on land
  • Open

    linkylove 08-20-23
    Paolo Amoroso 📌 Sephiria mikael ⇾ The web that was Which One Doesn't Belong?  ( 1 min )

  • Open

    Sharing templates with {designer}
    With the upcoming release of {designer}, one of the key features is the ability to save and share templates; by including it as part of the application, this removes the need to bookmark specific IDs, and makes it easier to use and maintain multiple wireframes. Instead of using the bookmark ... Continue reading: Sharing templates with {designer}  ( 19 min )
    Copernicus OpenEO NDVI time series
    The European Union has recently deployed a bunch of tools to access the data produced by the Copernicus Earth observation program: cool browser, APIs, Jupyter notebooks. Jupyter notebooks are great: they allow to analyze satellite images without ... Continue reading: Copernicus OpenEO NDVI time series  ( 12 min )
    Introduction to structural causal modelling
    Introduction to structural causal modelling A primary goal of science is to understand causes. Structural causal modelling is a framework for developing causal hypotheses to test with data. I taught a workshop at the Australian Marine Sciences Associ... Continue reading: Introduction to structural causal modelling  ( 8 min )
  • Open

    Answer This Question Before WRITING A WORD: What’s The Point Of Your Story?
    The Five Elements of Fiction: THEME Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 8 min )
    Making Money Writing Online Is Hard. These 6 Proven Writing Tips Will Make It Incredibly Easier
    Writing online feels better when you can sustain yourself Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 8 min )
  • Open

    The Barbie Wars: a philosophical deconstruction
    I. My first post-pandemic movie. Wearing our Barbie shirts, purchased for the occasion, my friend Billie and I* went to see the movie Barbie the other day (open caption—a great idea!).[0] It was quite funny and clever, surprisingly introspective, and self-critical—even though I think it tried a tad bit too hard to remind us it […]  ( 19 min )
  • Open

    Bob Ekelund has passed away
    A very smart guy, here is a tribute from Don Boudreaux.  He was widely published in many areas, including history of economic thought, most of all I liked his work in the economics of religion. The post Bob Ekelund has passed away appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments His History of Econ thought book is extremely well written. by nf In reply to rsm. When we think of sisyphus, carrying a bolder ... by Equestrian Did he ever do Jainism, which has successful merchants who ... by rsm In reply to rayward. Why did Jesus throw the money-changers ... by rsm In reply to vmsmith. Translation: “ThE eNgLiSh LaNgUaGe iZ ... by noman Plus 4 more... Related Stories Sebastian Bensusan on Argentina dollarization Argentina should dollarize Speeding up Science  ( 6 min )
    Saturday assorted links
    1. “The US suburban vacation – one of my favorite things about this business.” 2. Mark Skousen on gross output measures.  And founding engineer for building an LLM-augmented digital reader (job ad). 3. Identified flying objects, not flying. 4. Air Genius Gary Leff blogs Beenie Man. 5. A closer look at political bias in ChatGPT. 6. […] The post Saturday assorted links appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to Equestrian. “however it's clearly evidence in ... by steve In reply to Reason. Looked at those claims. They are all ... by steve #2. I gave the Trellis beta my FB info (Lord!) and uploaded a ... by Michael Tinkler In reply to Naveen K. No one has ever called Krugman ... by Pedro In reply to peri. Number One (suburban vacation) is ... by Faze Plus 10 more...  ( 6 min )
    Compensating Kidney Donors
    LA Times: Never in the field of public legislation has so much been lost by so many to one law, as Churchill might’ve put it. The National Organ Transplant Act of 1984 created the framework for the organ transplant system in the United States, and nearly 40 years later, the law is responsible for millions […] The post Compensating Kidney Donors appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to dearieme. No, as with A.i., fusion is always ... by Todd K In reply to Alex. There is some sense that not all of the ... by steve In reply to Mark Brophy. Source? by Benjamin Ikuta In reply to Todd K. You realize such predictions tend to be ... by Benjamin Ikuta In reply to steve. What happens in Iran? by Alex Plus 10 more... Related Stories Market depletion and the income of doctors Diego on gas station drugs The Root of the Problem  ( 7 min )
    Sebastian Bensusan on Argentina dollarization
    Great to see an article on dollarization! Two things that were not mentioned” Argentina is already substantially dollarized. Absolutely nobody saves in pesos, so the amount of USD needed to “dollarize” the economy is much smaller than you’d think. The difference between convertibilidad (90s) and dollarization is less stark than what you’d expect. If it happens: 1. Peronists will win […] The post Sebastian Bensusan on Argentina dollarization appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to mkt42. 1) The deficits of times past were modest ... by Cytotoxic In reply to Cytotoxic. “Debt is outrageous, economic growth ... by mkt42 In reply to Mark Brophy. If anything, Argentina will have an ... by Brett In reply to David Khoo. It’s worth remembering that the US ... by Oldcurmudgeon In reply to Famulus. It is absolutely how crypto was intended ... by Cytotoxic Plus 10 more... Related Stories Bob Ekelund has passed away Argentina should dollarize Speeding up Science  ( 7 min )
    Emergent Ventures winners, 28th cohort
    Anup Malani and Michael Sonnenschein, Chicago and Los Angeles respectively, repeat winners, now collaborating on a new project of interest. Jesse Lee, Calgary, to lower the costs on developing safe and effective sugar substitutes. Russel Ismael, Montreal, just finished as an undergraduate, to develop a new mucoadhesive to improve drug delivery outcomes. Calix Huang, USC, […] The post Emergent Ventures winners, 28th cohort appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments These awards are getting weirder and weirder to me. Many of ... by PHinton That must have been an easy interview question – Tyler: ... by DB Michael Sonnenschein: Which one? X (Twitter) is closed to me. ... by rayward In reply to rayward. “Organizing collaborative ... by mkt42 Nasiyah Isra-Ul: “The modern homeschool movement began in the ... by rayward Plus 4 more... Related Stories The WV Canary in the Coal Mine The talks from the Civic Future conference on the Great Stagnation My very excellent Conversation with Paul Graham  ( 7 min )
  • Open

    The fundamental role of data partitioning in predictive model validation
    David Zimmerman writes: I am a grad student in biophysics and basically a novice to Bayesian methods. I was wondering if you might be able to clarify something that is written in section 7.2 of Bayesian Data Analysis. After introducing … Continue reading →  ( 8 min )
  • Open

    Science News Briefs from around the World: September 2023
    Ancient poop pathogens in Israel, Peru’s millennia-old El Niño preparations, a halt to Icelandic whale hunting, and much more in this month’s Quick Hits
    Will Scientists Ever Find a Theory of Everything?
    Physicists are on an ever urgent quest to find a fuller understanding of what makes the cosmos tick, which they call a theory of everything
  • Open

    A sign of the future?
    Anemona Hartocollis, "Slashing Its Budget, West Virginia University Asks, What Is Essential?", NYT 8/18/2023: The state’s flagship school will no longer teach world languages or creative writing — a sign, its president says, of the future at many public universities. Christian Adams wants to be an immigration or labor lawyer, so he planned to major […]  ( 17 min )
    Axing languages and linguistics at West Virginia University
    From M. Paul Shore: Article that appeared on the Washington Post website this morning (and is therefore likely to appear in tomorrow's print edition) about the recently proposed demise of, among other things, the Department of World Languages, Literatures and Linguistics at West Virginia University's flagship Morgantown campus (note that that department name really should be […]  ( 10 min )
  • Open

    Weekend reads: When scholars sue; why university rankings reward bad science; AI making its way into publishing
    Would you consider a donation to support Weekend Reads, and our daily work? The week at Retraction Watch featured: Our list of retracted or withdrawn COVID-19 papers is up to more than 350. There are now 42,000 retractions in our database — which powers retraction alerts in Edifix, EndNote, LibKey, Papers, and Zotero. The Retraction Watch Hijacked Journal Checker now contains 200 titles. And have you … Continue reading Weekend reads: When scholars sue; why university rankings reward bad science; AI making its way into publishing  ( 8 min )
  • Open

    Estimating ATM Option Prices
    No content preview  ( 3 min )
  • Open

    Comment on July 2023 version: content now complete, including index by Mark
    Just noticed this: on p. 93, end of line -10, "with to restriction to" => "with restriction to".  ( 12 min )
    Comment on July 2023 version: content now complete, including index by Daniel Rostamloo
    Hi Ravi, Thank you for the updated index. Some minor things: in Definition 2.7.6 on p.93, should the general definition of the support be the set of points for which the stalk is not the *terminal* object, as opposed to the initial object? Something similar pops up in Exercise 2.7.H on the following page, where in the problem statement of part (a) we should be showing that the stalk (i_*F)_q for q outside Z is the singleton, as opposed to showing that it is the empty set, I think? Lastly, for notational consistency the adjoint pair referenced in Exercise 2.7.F on p.93 might instead be (\alpha^{-1}, \alpha_*), as opposed to (\alpha^*, \alpha_*)?  ( 12 min )
  • Open

    Warbird Park in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
    Behind Myrtle Beach International Airport lies an old Air Force base that has been repurposed into a small park and memorial. And if you’re at all interested in planes, military history, or the history of Myrtle Beach, it’s a must-see on any trip to the beach.  Available to view here are three former Air Force planes: an A-7D Corsair, an A-10 Warthog, and an F-100 Super Sabre. All three are on “static display”, meaning you unfortunately can’t watch them get airborne, but you can walk around them in all their glory, admiring every wing and panel from close proximity. All three were fighter aircraft used by the Air Force when it had a base here, which closed in 1993. The park also includes a Wall of Service, which lists the names of military and civilian personnel who were stationed at the Myrtle Beach Air Force Base until it closed in 1993.  While you can’t watch these jets in action, Warbird park is an excellent place to watch commercial planes take off at the nearby airport once you’ve snapped a few photos of the Warthog (a type of jet flown since 1976) and the Super Sabre (designed in the 1940s). While the park is small, it offers some shade in the form of trees, as well as picnic tables where you can enjoy lunch as you catch a few landings. There are also some walking paths leading from the park.  ( 14 min )

  • Open

    Myrtle Beach Pinball Museum in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
    When real estate expert Jerry Pinkas bought a pinball machine to entertain clients’ kids at his office, it was only the start of something much bigger.  As a teenager in the 1980s, Pinkas spent a lot of time at his local mall and boardwalk arcades playing pinball, and his passion for the game never diminished. Soon, one office pinball game turned into two, and eventually he had so many that he began taking them home. Eventually, Pinkas learned how to repair these mazes of moving parts, from their plungers (those spring-loaded knobs that send the balls flying) to their switches, spinners, and stoppers. Then in 2018, he turned his collection into the Myrtle Beach Pinball Museum, an interactive display of retro history with one main goal: “to preserve pinball for what it really is: a nation…  ( 16 min )
    Apollo Moonprints in Cement in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
    He may be the youngest person to ever walk on the moon, but that doesn’t mean that astronaut Charles Duke has his head in the stars when it comes to remembering his South Carolina roots.  Although born in Charlotte, North Carolina, Duke’s family moved to South Carolina when he was around 10 or 11 and attended high school in Lancaster. After graduating from the U.S. Naval Academy in 1957, Duke immediately became a 2nd Lieutenant in the Air Force and later earned a master’s in Aeronautics and Astronautics from MIT. In 1966 he applied to the Apollo program, and eventually became a part of NASA’s fifth group of astronauts.  On April 20, 1972, Charles Duke took his first steps on the moon as part of the Apollo 16 mission. He was only 36-years-old, making him the youngest moon walker on earth. It’s a record that he still holds. Less than a year later, Duke also became the first inductee into the newly established South Carolina Hall of Fame, leaving his own moon boot footprints in cement in front of the Myrtle Beach Convention Center.  “Moonprints” are easily recognizable by their wide soles and straight, thick ribs, and Duke’s look much like they did 50 years ago, thanks to mild weather and that they’re a bit off the beaten path. Along with the prints, there’s a plaque just beneath them reads: “These are the footprints of Astronaut Colonel Charles M. Duke, Jr., a native of South Carolina, who walked on the moon April 20, 1972, and the first inductee to the South Carolina Hall of Fame at its dedication on February 14, 1973.”  Duke was the 10th out of 12 men to walk on the moon during the Apollo program’s six missions (which took place between July 1969 and December 1972), and spent 71 hours on its surface as a lunar module pilot of Apollo 16. While there, he collected a record 210 pounds of lunar rock samplings.  Another fun fact: During that same mission, Duke left a photo of himself, his wife, and his two sons on the moon’s surface, and it’s still there today.  ( 15 min )
    Site of Charlie’s Place in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
    From the late 1930s through the early ‘60s, Charlie’s Place was a prominent stop on the ‘Chitlin Circuit,’ an informal collection of Black-centered entertainment venues that included juke joints, clubs, and theaters. It was also the spot to be along Carver Street in Myrtle Beach’s Booker T. Washington neighborhood—a bastion of Black American history.  Black entrepreneur Charlie Fitzgerald and his wife Sarah opened Charlie’s Place as a supper club in 1937, and it soon became a space for not only Black performers, but also for Black patrons to come and hear incredible music (often alongside whites) while temporarily escaping the oppressiveness of the era. Next door sat the Fitzgerald home and a small motel, The Fitzgerald, which the couple opened in 1948. The motel provided a place for bla…  ( 15 min )
    The Gay Dolphin in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
    Current owner, Justin “Buz” Plyler, has been working at the Gay Dolphin Cove since he was eight years old. It is the family business after all. While some family empires are built on oil or manufacturing, the Plylers built theirs on souvenirs. The Gay Dolphin Cove isn’t just any souvenir shop, though, that would be like calling the Nile just a river. This nearly 80-year-old establishment bills itself as the nation’s largest gift shop, and at 35,000 square feet, with nearly 70,000 items (at least as of 2011), it would be hard to argue. The shop first sprang to life in 1946 when Buz’s parents, Justin and Elise opened a little gift shop. They wanted a “whimsical nautical name” for the store, Plyler told the Sun-News in 2001. And the Gay Dolphin was born. Though Hurricane Hazel, a Category 4…  ( 14 min )
    Wheels of Yesteryear in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
    Paul Cummings is a classic car guy— in every sense of the phrase. Not only is he the quintessential car collector, assembling his collection of American cars and trucks for over 50 years, but he’s also a collector of classic cars. And he has more than 150 of them. Each of these vintage beauties is a celebration of the car-making culture that built America.    It started simply enough when Cummings’s father bought him a 1940 Ford. That gift spurred a lifelong love of cars. “Collecting cars has been my life’s passion,” Cummings told Myrtle Beach’s Sun News in 2009. Over the years, that passion revealed itself in a cadre of cars stored in “barns, chicken sheds, old warehouses and any other place he could find.” What this passion needed was a central location. Cummings had always dreamed…  ( 16 min )
    Mt. Atlanticus Minotaur Goff in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
    Even in the mini golf capital of the world, Mt. Atlanticus Minotaur Goff stands out, in part for its size. The two mini golf courses here offer a beautiful view of the Atlantic—hence the name, which conjures up a Mount Olympus on the shores of South Carolina. And indeed, you’ll feel like a god of leisure while hitting a colorful golf ball along the faux caves, islands, and fields here. The complex even includes a now-defunct department store, which has been retrofitted to feel like a mini golf grotto. Mt. Atlanticus is a must-visit in the Myrtle Beach area, especially if you’re visiting with family or children. The courses include plenty of benches for waiting in case you’ve found yourself here on a warm summer night when the course is packed with golfers.  You’ll also find a pond with koi fish, a bubbling pool labeled the “miraculous fountain of youth,” a waterfall, and plenty of (plastic) mystical creatures appearing from the water. (For the shopping-inclined, there’s also an extensively stocked gift shop.) Both courses have a bonus 19th hole, where a hole in one will win you free mini golf for life. But even if you can’t sink your final ball, you’ll have a blast here.  ( 14 min )
    Atlantic Beach Historical Marker in Atlantic Beach, South Carolina
    Nestled into Myrtle Beach is the town of Atlantic Beach, whose history you will find briefly summarized on this historical marker. But while you should stop to look at the marker, you shouldn’t stop there—there’s a lot of history and culture to explore in Atlantic Beach.  This town’s history dates back to 1934, when George Tyson, a local Black entrepreneur, bought 47 beachfront acres for $12,000, and formed the Atlantic Beach Company with 10 others, which became the town’s first governing body. Tyson soon opened the Black Hawk Night Club, and the area became a popular destination for Black tourists who were not able to visit other nearby beach towns thanks to segregation. Alongside the night club opened motels, shops, and restaurants. Since its founding, the area has had close ties to th…  ( 14 min )
    Live Oak Allée at Brookgreen Gardens in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina
    Whoever planted the allée of live oaks adorning today’s Brookgreen Gardens had some amazing forethought, since these 250- to 300-year-old specimens now serve as a welcoming entry to what’s become the largest collection of American figurative sculpture displayed outdoors in the country. This natural alleyway of breathtaking live oak (Quercus virginiana) trees—planted in the 1700s—is part of a 9,127-acre natural and cultivated landscape that’s considered the “floral jewel of South Carolina’s coast,” and are considered a work of art in themselves.  American philanthropist and Hispanic studies scholar founded Brookgreen Gardens in the early 1930s, though he originally purchased the property as a place for place for his wife, noted sculptor Anna Hyatt Huntington (her Joan of Arc statue in Man…  ( 15 min )
    Monument to the Victims of the Sajmište Concentration Camp in Belgrade, Serbia
    The Monument to the Victims of the Sajmište Concentration Camp can be found on on the left bank of the river Sava. The memorial is to honor the  Jewish women and children who were held at the Sajmište concentration camp from 1941 to 1942. During that period, some 10,000 Serbs, 7,000 Jews, and at least 60 Roma died at the concentration camp. The people who were imprisoned there were kept in squalid conditions in makeshift barracks. They were only provided with limited rations, with many victims starving and freezing to death during the winter of 1941–42. The death camp was founded on the former trade fair grounds located near Zemun. It was operated by SS Einsatgruppen units stationed in Serbia.  These victims of the Holocaust held in Sajmište Concentration Camp were murdered in gas vans during the spring of 1942. When the gassings were complete, the area was renamed as Zemun Concentration Camp. It then served to hold one last group of Jews arrested when Italy surrendered in September 1943.  ( 13 min )
    Meet the Glowing 'Worms' of the American South
    I turned off my flashlight and waited in the dark. Pale blue pinpoints began to appear, speckles that grew brighter the longer I stared. But they weren’t stars. I wasn’t even looking up. I was standing with a group in a gap in a wall of sandstone known as Hazard Cave. We had walked through sinking sand and up a small rise to the cave’s back wall. Everyone had come to witness a distinctive nocturnal spectacle: “glow worms.” On that spring night in Pickett CCC Memorial State Park on the Cumberland Plateau, about two-and-a-half hours northeast of Nashville, Tennessee, we weren’t looking at actual worms. The spectacle came from the larvae of Orfelia fultoni, the only bioluminescent fly in North America. Found generally around mountains and valleys from Kentucky to Alabama, O. fultoni larvae …  ( 20 min )
    Maria Bueno's Grave in Curitiba, Brazil
    On the night of January 29, 1893, in what is now downtown Curitiba, a young woman named Maria da Conceição Bueno was brutally murdered by her possessive lover, Ignácio José Diniz, a low-ranking soldier. Diniz slashed Bueno’s throat and stabbed her several times. News of the shocking crime spread throughout the city. A cross was allegedly placed at the murder site. Soon after, legend has it that red roses sprung from the cross, nurtured by the blood of the murder’s victim. With this Maria Bueno’s reputation as a miracle worker was born.  Maria Bueno didn’t become notorious until after her death. Little is known about her for a fact, but there is no shortage of narratives on who she was and how she lived. Most versions state that she worked as a laundress. By some accounts, she was a sex worker. By others, she was a formerly enslaved Black woman whose image has been whitened along the decades—depictions of her, including the life-size statue at her grave, usually show her as a white woman. To her devotees, Bueno’s life story is not as important as the miracles she reputedly performs. Her grave is surrounded by a myriad of stone signs and metal plates brought by believers to thank the local martyr for her help in matters like getting a job or beating an illness. Flowers, ribbons, and figurines are among other tokens of devotion that can be found in the little chapel by the grave.  For many locals, Maria Bueno holds the status of a saint. She is often referred to as Santinha de Curitiba (Curitiba’s Little Saint, or Dear Saint). So far, the Catholic Church hasn’t acknowledged her as such. In any case, the cult of Bueno is not exclusive to Catholics. She is also popular with followers of other faiths, especially Spiritualism and Umbanda, an Afro-Brazilian religion. Regardless of religious affiliations, though, Maria Bueno lives on in the collective imagination of the city as one of its most intriguing figures.  ( 14 min )
    Houston Airport Subway in Houston, Texas
    There is only one airport in the world that has a people mover system designed by Walt Disney Imagineering, and quite fascinatingly, it's not in Orlando or Anaheim—but in Houston, Texas. At first glance, the people mover at George Bush Intercontinental Airport known as the "Subway" doesn't look like much, nothing quite resemblant to a metro system one might expect in a city. But an avid fan of Disney World may notice its similarity to PeopleMover, an attraction in Magic Kingdom's Tomorrowland, which the Subway shares much of its mechanical technology with. The Subway first opened in 1969 along with the airport, but was replaced by a new underground train system that utilizes the WEDWay system, developed by what was then known as WED Transportation Systems, a division within the Walt Disney Company responsible for the design and construction of the rides at Disney parks. This should make the Subway a rare example of a Disney ride outside Disney parks, at least in spirit.  ( 12 min )
    National Memorial to the Winter War in Helsinki, Finland
    In November 1939, the Soviet Union attacked Finland along the border from the Arctic Sea to the Gulf of Finland. The assault began without a proper declaration of war—the Soviet Union seemingly hoped their invasion of Finland would be as easy as those in the nearby Baltic states of Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania. This was the start of the Winter War. Although the Soviet Union forces greatly outnumbered them, the Finns actually successfully managed to repel the Soviet Union forces and then retained most of its territory when the Moscow Peace Treaty was signed in 1940. This sculpture stands in front of the army headquarters in Helsinki as a national memorial to the Winter War. It is the creation of Pekka Kauhanen, and has stood at Kasarmitori in Kaartinkaupunki since November 2017.  President Martti Ahtisaari unveiled the sculpture on the 78th anniversary of the Winter War. The spherical base of the sculpture contains 105 photographs that highlight the events of the Winter War.  The visibility of the images, however, is not always what was initially imagined. Since the unveiling, it has been plagued by moisture, which condenses on the inside of the circular windows and impairs the visibility of the photographs inside. The memorial is an expression of appreciation for the valuable input of veterans and everyone else who participated in the war efforts from the Finnish people. The memorial was designed to commemorate the more than 25,000 Finns who gave their lives for their country during the Winter War.  ( 13 min )
    The Anti-Monopoly Board Game That Promoted a 'Soviet America'
    The 1930s were the golden age of board games. With millions of Americans out of pocket due to the Great Depression, board games were one of the cheapest forms of entertainment. One of the most popular games of the decade was Monopoly—no doubt precisely because it allowed players to imagine themselves getting rich and powerful. Like Monopoly, but the Exact Opposite One board game from the early 1930s was Monopoly’s diametrical opposite. Instead of celebrating capitalism, it aimed to destroy it. The players’ goal is to get rid of the rich and powerful, end oppression, and seize the means of production. Ultimately, their actions will turn the USA into the USSA—the United Soviet States of America. The game was called Toward Soviet America. As you may have guessed by its absence from yo…  ( 21 min )
    6 Bonkers Travel Stories From Our Readers
    Summer seems sweeter in August. As back-to-school assignments loom and the occasional cool morning infiltrates a warm day, August invites us to hit the road and roll down our windows one last time. Whether you’re exploring the wonders of your own backyard or heading further afield, perhaps traversing the 'M' Road along the Adriatic Sea in Montenegro, this last bit of summer feels more precious with autumn just around the corner. And, if you’re like us, you’re probably hoping to squeeze in just one more road trip before the season ends. As part of our ongoing Summer of Wonder series, we asked readers on our Facebook page to tell us about their most memorable summer road trips and some of the stops they made along the way. We compiled some of our favorite responses below, from an unexpecte…  ( 18 min )
    Wonder Is Everywhere: The Last Internet Cafes, a Totem Pole Mystery, and More From Around the Web
    Wonder is everywhere. That’s why, every other week, Atlas Obscura drags you down some of the rabbit holes we encounter as we search for our unusual stories. We highlight surprising finds, great writing, and inspiring stories from some of our favorite publications. The World’s Last Internet Cafes By Michael Zelenko, Jon Lubwama, Abhaya Raj Joshi, Sultan Quadri, Daniela Dib, Lucia Cholakian Herrera, and Viola Zhou, Rest of the World The world’s first Internet cafe opened in London in 1994. Within a few years, they were everywhere, often providing customers with their first moment in the internet era. “The first day I entered, I didn’t believe it,” a university student in Accra recalled. “I didn’t believe it was Ghana.” Today, though, this communal space for exploring cyberspace has a…  ( 17 min )
    Beached Whalers in Hvalfjarðarvegur, Iceland
    As of 2023, Iceland is one of the few countries that still allows whaling—the hunting of whales (mainly) for food or oil. Fin whales and minke whales are the prime targets, the former for export and the latter for domestic consumption. In Iceland, public opinion on this practice is divided. The juxtaposition of commercial vs environmental motivations is further complicated by at least two other factors. On the one hand, the whale-watching industry is thriving, which obviously benefits from protecting whales. However, on the other hand, many Icelanders make a living in the herring fishing industry, which is adversely affected by large numbers of whales. If opinion is divided in Iceland, there is no shortage of international organizations advocating a wholesale ban on whaling. Among them is the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society, which in 1986 orchestrated the sabotage of the whaling station in Hvalfjörður and sank two whaling vessels in the process, Hvalur 6 RE-376 and Hvalur 7 RE-377. Built in 1946, these two twin vessels had been in the Icelandic whaling fleet since 1961. A few days after the sinking, these vessels were recovered and towed to shore in Hvalfjörður, where they still are to this day. Hvalfjörður translates as “whale fjord.” Traditional folklore maintains that early settlers spotted a pod of whales in these waters and named the fjord after it. A rival explanation is that the name originates from the presence of a large whale station (or more) in the fjord. To this day, Hvalfjörður is home to the only active whale station in Iceland. The vessels, commonly referred to as the Beached Whalers, are safely anchored to the shore—side by side, as if they were the mirror image of each other. They are connected to heating and electricity, but damages caused by salt water and years of exposure to the elements were never repaired. Needless to say, they never went whale hunting again. Climbing on board is forbidden.  ( 13 min )
    Lufubu Falls in Luwingu, Zambia
    Tucked away off the main road just west of Luwingu, Zambia, is a small waterfall called Lufubu Falls.    A gently-flowing stream flows clear through some minor drops and tumbles before going around a gentle bend and then crashing over an immense stone structure before returning to its quiet flow. There have been a few structures built on the top, but they are mostly now in ruins. Teens will often gather here and sometimes churches will use the clear waters above the falls for baptisms, but rarely do outsiders visit this serene location.   From the dirt parking area, you can hear the falls but due to heavy vegetation, you cannot see them. A short walk down some rock face will allow you a more clear view. The mist feels cool on a hot day and the mild roar is pleasant and peaceful.  , and you might find a link to the Zambia Daily Mail Limited, which shows a photo... which is NOT actually Lufubu Falls.  ( 12 min )
    Rehoboth Beach Temperance Fountain in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware
    This historic temperance fountain stands behind the bandstand on the Rehoboth boardwalk, intended to discourage drinking alcohol by offering a public source of drinking water. Erected in 1929 by the Delaware branch of the Woman’s Christian Temperance Union, the fountain was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2009 and is still functional.  ( 12 min )
  • Open

    Kelowna two weeks later
    Visit the post for more.  ( 6 min )
  • Open

    CZS Summer School, day 5: diffusion
    Diffusion models are all the rage in machine learning these days. Today Laurence Levasseur (Montréal) gave a beautiful talk at the about how diffusion works. She started with a long physics introduction, which was great, and also insightful, about how diffusion works in small physical systems. Then she showed how it can be turned into a method for sampling very difficult probability distributions.CZS Summer School I have a history of working on MCMC methods. These permit you to sample a posterior pdf when you only know a function that is related to your posterior pdf by some unknown normalization constant. Similarly, diffusion lets you sample from a pdf when you only know the gradient of . Again, you don't need the normalization. That makes me wonder: Should we be using diffusion in places where we currently use MCMC? I bet the answer is yes, for at least some problems.ff  ( 14 min )
    Amplitudes 2023 Retrospective
    I’m back from CERN this week, with a bit more time to write, so I thought I’d share some thoughts about last week’s Amplitudes conference. One thing I got wrong in last week’s post: I’ve now been told only 213 people actually showed up in person, as opposed to the 250-ish estimate I had last […]  ( 15 min )
  • Open

    Your Book Review: The Mind Of A Bee
    Finalist #14 In The Book Review Contest (cw: insect pics)
    Hidden Open Thread 289.5
    ...
  • Open

    2 Strategies to Create Unique Content While Piggybacking on Others’ Credibility (When You’re…
    How to stand out in a crowded niche and slowly establish credibility in a sneaky way Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 8 min )
    Bringing Stories to Life: A Primer for Aspiring Screenwriters
    From concept to cinema, navigate the art, craft, and business of screenwriting Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 8 min )
  • Open

    AI hype #∞
    In social and even mass media, you may have seen coverage of a recent paper by Joshua Harrison et al., "A Practical Deep Learning-Based Acoustic Side Channel Attack on Keyboards". Some samples of the clickbait: "A.I. can identify keystrokes by just the sound of your typing and steal information with 95% accuracy, new research shows", […]  ( 9 min )
    Nasality
    Acoustically and phonetically, how do you account for its similarity in music and linguistics?   Selected readings "'Sound' at the center, 'horn' at the periphery: the shawm and its eastern cousins, part 2" (11/19/22) "The shawm and its eastern cousins" (11/16/15) "Allergese" (4/30/15) "Drawl from all over? (9/20/12)  ( 9 min )
  • Open

    Omitted Variable Effects in Logistic Regression
    Introduction I would like to illustrate a way which omitted variables interfere in logistic regression inference (or coefficient estimation). These effects are different than what is seen in linear regression, and possibly different than some expectations or intuitions. Our Example Data Let’s start with a data example in R. # […] Continue reading: Omitted Variable Effects in Logistic Regression  ( 18 min )
    Exploring Data Distribution with Box Plots in R
    Introduction Continue reading: Exploring Data Distribution with Box Plots in R  ( 13 min )
    Taking from Infinite Sequences
    One thing that has really caught my attention as I learn more programming Continue reading: Taking from Infinite Sequences  ( 24 min )
  • Open

    What the canceled cage match between Musk and Zuckerberg says about masculine anxiety
    Though the CEOs have attempted to frame their pugilistic pursuit as a once-in-a-generation event, they are far from alone.  ( 14 min )
    U.S. Steel and Cleveland-Cliffs push back on state water pollution rules
    Plus: Hennepin County Commissioner Chris LaTondresse resigns; four Nudieland shooting survivors interviewed; ICU Medical in Oakdale closing; the best dive bars in Duluth; and more.  ( 7 min )
    Downtowns, including St. Paul and Minneapolis, turning to TIF to reverse fortunes post-COVID
    As companies empty out office buildings, cities might have to throw around more money to make downtowns more adaptable.  ( 20 min )
    Does Minnesota’s new recreational marijuana law allow for one of the highest private possession limits nationwide?
    Yes. Minnesota’s new recreational marijuana law allowing people 21 years or older to possess up to two pounds of marijuana in a private residence is the highest legal limit in the nation.  ( 6 min )
    Has the Biden administration invested more in clean energy in red states than blue states?
    Yes. Two August 2023 reports say the Biden administration has directed more Inflation Reduction Act climate change resources to so-called red states — those controlled by Republicans — than blue states, those run by Democrats.  ( 6 min )
    Did a Moms for Liberty chapter quote Hitler?
    Yes. An Indianapolis-area chapter of Moms for Liberty, described in June 2023 news stories as an emerging force in national Republican politics, published a quote attributed to Adolf Hitler in its inaugural newsletter.  ( 6 min )
    Does Wisconsin own the stadium where the Milwaukee Brewers play?
    No. The Southeast Wisconsin Professional Baseball Park District (64%) and the Milwaukee Brewers (36%) own American Family Field.  ( 6 min )
    Did police in the southeastern Minnesota town of Goodhue resign due to low wages?
    Yes. Goodhue’s police chief and six other officers have submitted their resignations, citing low pay. The chief received a job offer with a neighboring department, the Star Tribune and KARE reported.  ( 7 min )
    Who will be Minnesota’s marijuana czar, the daunting job leading new Office of Cannabis Management?
    The job involves drafting rules covering everything from the requirements for each of the 16 licenses, how retailers are regulated, how social justice programs are shaped and administered and how potent marijuana and hemp-derived products can be.  ( 15 min )
    Bullied by her own party, a Wisconsin election official’s GOP roots mean nothing in volatile new climate
    The Republican clashes in Wisconsin exemplify ongoing discord seen across the country, with elections officials shunned, berated and even driven away by members of their own party over their defense of the integrity of the 2020 election.  ( 34 min )
  • Open

    Hurricane Hilary Brings Major Flood Risks to U.S. Southwest
    Hurricane Hilary is set to cause torrential rains and flooding in the desert Southwest. It could even potentially bring California its first direct hit from a tropical storm since 1939
    Poems: 'Water Striders' and 'Fallowing'
    Science in meter and verse
    Extreme Heat Can Ruin Your Road Trip. Here's How to Prepare
    Soaring temperatures fueled by climate change are contributing to buckling highways, ruptured tires and impaired visibility from wildfire smoke
    Ötzi the Iceman Gets a New Look from Genetic Analysis
    Improved DNA analysis has updated thinking on the skin color, ancestry, and more of the alpine mummy known as Ötzi the Iceman
    Hearing Aids May Lower Risk of Cognitive Decline and Dementia
    As few as 15 percent of people who would benefit from hearing aids use them
    The Youth Mental Health Crisis Worsens amid a Shortage of Professional Help Providers
    In October 2021 a national emergency in child mental health was declared. Since then the crisis has only gotten worse
    Rare 'Pinwheel' Stars Are a Beautiful Astronomical Puzzle
    The doomed class of stars named Wolf-Rayets produce mysterious pinwheel shapes
    Can Russia's Luna-25 Moon Mission Transcend Earthly Politics?
    In the latest chapter of an ongoing “moon rush,” Russia’s Luna-25 mission will attempt the nation’s first lunar landing in nearly 50 years
    Can Russia's Luna-25 Moon Mission Transcend Earthly Politics?
    In the latest chapter of an ongoing “moon rush,” Russia’s Luna-25 mission will attempt the nation’s first lunar landing in nearly 50 years
    They Tap Into the Magical, Hidden Pulse of the Planet, But What is the Nighttime Bird Surveillance Network?
    On any given night, dense clouds of dark, ghostly figures pass over your head as you sleep. Maybe you never knew they were there, but there are people out there who are deciphering all the unseen movement that happens amid the darkness
    Math's 'Hairy Ball Theorem' Has Surprising Implications
    Here’s what the hairiest problem in math can teach us about wind, antennas and nuclear fusion
  • Open

    Thinking about God increases acceptance of artificial intelligence in decision-making
    Artificial intelligence (AI), once merely the draw and drama of science fiction, is now a feature of everyday life. AI is commonly used to generate recommendations, from the movies we watch to the medical procedures we endure. As AI recommendations become increasingly prevalent and the world grapples with its benefits and costs, it is important […] The post Thinking about God increases acceptance of artificial intelligence in decision-making appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments “once merely the draw and drama of science fiction” It ... by OutHere In reply to sxb. It's easy to come up with stories. But if ... by James In reply to sxb. The material world 'animated' (given life ... by bazza “Finally, study 6 (n = 53,563) corroborates the experimental ... by Dismalist In reply to Dan Hanson. Yet, it is also true that ... by Equestrian Plus 10 more...  ( 6 min )
    Argentina should dollarize
    Here is my Bloomberg column on that topic, here is the trickiest point: Another concern, more significant, is that dollarization would be a huge upfront cost to the government of Argentina: Someone would have to actually come up with all the dollars to serve as currency. Keep in mind, however, that the economy of Argentina […] The post Argentina should dollarize appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments EU trades more with Argentina than US comes down to EU buying ... by Pemakin In reply to rsm. can anything help Zimbabwe? by mm In reply to Todd K. actually 50% inflation was way better ... by mm In reply to M. the question investors face is the best ... by mm In reply to dearieme. or “investing “in their next ... by mm Plus 10 more... Related Stories Speeding up Science The economic impact of AI Market depletion and the income of doctors  ( 7 min )
    Friday assorted links
    1. Dr. Doolittle made real? 2. Sweden is near the top for wealth inequality (ho hum). 3. School vouchers in Arizona and elsewhere (NYT). 4. State opens commercial fishing on the Kuskokwim River to one person. 5. Prenda and the evolution of home schooling. 6. What do the vexillologists have to say? (NYT)  Most of all, […] The post Friday assorted links appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to superdestroyer. Nah, mate. I homeschool my ... by Homeschooling Parent In reply to Pillos Lasers. Sweden beats most other OECD ... by MikeP #5 Terrific. by bazza “6. What do the vexillologists have to say? (NYT) Most of ... by mkt42 In reply to steve. “However, I would strongly object my tax ... by magilson Plus 10 more...  ( 6 min )
    Speeding up Science
    Writing in the Washington Post, Heidi Williams has good suggestions for making the NIH and NSF move faster. Namely: Give the NIH the option to bypass peer review, as can the NSF. Give the NSF the option to “desk-reject”, as can the NIH. Give the NIH and the NSF more authority to fund scientists and […] The post Speeding up Science appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to Mike in Va. Or, in practice, between the left and ... by Oldcurmudgeon In reply to Mike in Va. Mike, you won't believe this. There ... by Bill So now we have one easy track system that a few people get to ... by Zach In reply to Neurotic. … yeah, the very existence of NIH/NSF ... by Ned I dont know why speed should be our only concern. Steve by steve Plus 10 more... Related Stories Diogo Costa on Brazil That was then, this is now — the culture that is Swiss edition The economic impact of AI  ( 6 min )
    When does the quality premium disappear?
    I have been pondering the world of classical music once again, mostly because of two new releases.  One is the late Beethoven string quartets by the Calidore Quartet, and the other is a six-CD Chopin box by Jean-Marc Luisada. The most striking feature of these recordings is that they are as good as any in […] The post When does the quality premium disappear? appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments I don't think CD sales are an important revenue stream in ... by Gary in NJ The quality premium goes away when the thing you are referring ... by Huh? Why wouldn't a strong basic income encourage high quality even ... by rsm In reply to Hans Reiter. Good observation. The smaller the ... by Bill In reply to Steve Sailer. Usain Bolt is probably peak ... by Akuleyevpetr@rambler.ru Plus 10 more... Related Stories The Jennifer Burns Milton Friedman biography, and what should I ask her? Don’t Doubt: Saint Thomas in India That was then, this is now — the culture that is Swiss edition  ( 7 min )
    Diogo Costa on Brazil
    From my email, via Gonzalo Schwartz: The country ranks third globally in consuming information via digital platforms, a landscape that cultivates distrust in public institutions and ignites social unrest. This has fostered a rise in right-wing populism, including the election of former president Jair Bolsonaro, intensifying what Martin Gurri describes as a ‘crisis of authority.’  Efforts […] The post Diogo Costa on Brazil appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments Ian Bremmer is a pompous ass and he's full of shit. The ... by EdR I do not know if what passes for “democracy” anywhere in ... by Juan Manuel Pérez Porrúa Pérez In reply to mikeInThe716. Excellent point. The NYT and WAPO ... by EdR In reply to God of Thunder. Thiago is MIA. I wish (s)he ... by EdR In reply to rayward. “Blaming digital platforms (social ... by High Boon Plus 10 more... Related Stories That was then, this is now — the culture that is Swiss edition *War and Punishment* What makes for a good Royal Navy senior officer?  ( 7 min )
  • Open

    Artificial intelligence for augmentation and productivity
    The MIT Schwarzman College of Computing awards seed grants to seven interdisciplinary projects exploring AI-augmented management.  ( 8 min )
  • Open

    The Best Made In Products, After Many Years of Testing
    We’ve tested lots of pots and spans of pans. These are the Made In pieces that keep us coming back for more.  ( 23 min )
    This 7-Ounce Backpacking Stove Is My Go-To for Camping and Backcountry Cooking
    It’s lightweight and can boil two cups of water in two minutes flat.  ( 15 min )
  • Open

    Childhood Memories
    I was browsing my analog archives, my high-school notes, and stumbled upon a couple of problems from a math battle we had. Puzzle. A square is divided into 100 pieces of the same area, in two ways. Prove that you can find 100 points such that each piece in the first division has a point […]  ( 5 min )
  • Open

    an ‘open source variable font with French attitude and British mannerisms’
    Bricolage Grotesque [roger]  ( 1 min )
  • Open

    Weggy time: A (conceptual) blast from the past
    If those chatbots had existed back in 2006, they would’ve made Ed Wegman’s job a lot easier. Say what you want about Brian Wansink, he had to come with the ideas for those experiments, even if maybe he didn’t actually … Continue reading →  ( 11 min )
  • Open

    Interview: Treating Gun Violence as a Public Health Crisis
    Understanding and confronting the epidemic of gun violence as a public health crisis is “not a fight about finding fault,” argues David Hemenway, a health policy professor at Harvard. “It’s not about finding who did something wrong. It’s about trying to figure out ways to prevent the problem from occurring.”  ( 14 min )
  • Open

    Electron Holes
    No content preview  ( 1 min )

  • Open

    Best Practices for Data Cleaning and Preprocessing
    As data scientists, we often find ourselves immersed in a vast sea of Continue reading: Best Practices for Data Cleaning and Preprocessing  ( 22 min )
    Introducing {shiny.emptystate} – Simplifying Empty States in Shiny Dashboards
    We are excited to announce the launch of shiny.emptystate, a new CRAN package within the Rhinoverse ecosystem. This package is designed to simplify the handling of empty states within Shiny dashboards. Empty states occur when there is no data to display, and shiny.emptystate offers a seamless solution by ... Continue reading: Introducing {shiny.emptystate} – Simplifying Empty States in Shiny Dashboards  ( 11 min )
    Mastering Data Approximation with R’s approx() Function
    Introduction Continue reading: Mastering Data Approximation with R’s approx() Function  ( 10 min )
    From Blood to Oil: A techies perspective on how the USAAF’s pragmatism destroyed the Luftwaffe, dropped the A, and yet failed on it’s Grandest Ambitions
    “I’ve given you the solution. It’s up to you to work out the details.” August 1943 marked a pivotal moment in the USAAF's air campaign against Nazi Germany. Over Belgium, just shy of German borders, American fighter planes reached thei... Continue reading: From Blood to Oil: A techies perspective on how the USAAF’s pragmatism destroyed the Luftwaffe, dropped the A, and yet failed on it’s Grandest Ambitions  ( 21 min )
    Testing multiple differences via symmetric hierarchical Dirichlet processes
    Testing differences: from ANOVA to BNP Continue reading: Testing multiple differences via symmetric hierarchical Dirichlet processes  ( 31 min )
  • Open

    Great Papago Escape Tunnel in Scottsdale, Arizona
    During World War II, 25 German prisoners of war escaped from an American facility during an event known at the Great Papago Escape. The prisoners dug a tunnel from Camp Papago Park to a canal that leads to the Salt River. They built a raft, but discovered upon reaching the river that it was nearly devoid of water. They fled to the surrounding desert, some of them making it within miles of the Mexican border. All of them were caught within a month of their escape. The exit of the tunnel is memorialized today with a marker, that's largely ignored by the many bicyclists and joggers who use the path.  ( 13 min )
    'The Seven Ages of Man' in London, England
    London's Brutalist office building known as Baynard House near London Blackfriars is home to a unique cast aluminum public sculpture by Richard Kindersley titled The Seven Ages of Man. This intriguing sculpture, resembling a totem pole with sculptural heads, stands as a testament to the passage of time and the stages of life. Commissioned by Post Office Telecommunications, the sculpture was unveiled in April 1980 and remains a captivating presence at the site.  ( 12 min )
    Grave of Andrew John Phillips in Muttaburra, Australia
    Remote memorial to the tragic passing of Andrew John Phillips, the head stockman at Bowen Downs Station in 1920, who drowned on horseback, presumably crossing some body of water.  His epitaph reads: "Accidentally drowned on horseback on 27.4.1920. Aged 30." At the end, a final line reads ”He could swim but his horse could not.” Given the size of the plot, one might wonder if Mr. Phillips was buried here with his horse.  ( 12 min )
    Old Fort Niagara in Youngstown, New York
    This historic fort from the War of 1812 was formerly held by the French before the British took it over during the colonialization of the United States. It features an original Betsy Ross flag in the museum, guided or self-guided tours, live interpreters, the original buildings, and a great view of the Lake. The fort also features a blacksmith and a musket firing exhibition.  ( 12 min )
    South End Burying Ground in East Hampton, New York
    Years before the Salem Witch Trials, Long Island had its own accused witch. In 1685, Elizabeth Gardiner Howell became ill with a fever and began to hallucinate. During her delirium, Elizabeth would shout that she was under attack of a witch. Before she passed away, Elizabeth pointed her accusations at a local woman, Goody Garlick. Garlick was not well-liked by the townspeople, and soon after the accusation was made, the people would gather and speak of other evils potentially caused by the “witch.” Elizabeth’s father, Lion Gardiner, who was the first settler of the town and respected by all, determined Goody would be tried in Connecticut. This was done to attempt to ensure that Goody had a fair trial. The Connecticut court determined that Goody Garlick was not guilty of witchcraft. She returned to East Hampton, where she would live the remainder of her days as a free woman. The remains of Lion Gardiner and Goody Garlick are interred at South End Cemetery in East Hampton.  ( 13 min )
    Ryhope Pumping Station in Sunderland, England
    Constructed in 1868, Ryhope Pumping Station supplied Sunderland with water from aquifers 150 feet underground. The pumping station remained in operation until 1967. The structure is the last of the pumping stations designed by Thomas Hawksley. Today, the works are a museum open on Sunday afternoons and for regular steam events.  ( 12 min )
    Walter Anderson Museum of Art in Ocean Springs, Mississippi
    The Walter Anderson Museum of Art (or the WAMA, for short) is a museum dedicated to Walter Inglis Anderson, a painter and naturalist, and native of Ocean Springs. The museum contains most of his artwork, including a room formerly located in his private cabin, which he covered wall to wall in murals of the natural world of the Gulf Coast. The WAMA is connected to the Ocean Springs Community Center, which Anderson painted in the interior of for the sum of $1.  ( 12 min )
    Porky Pig Memorial in Portis, Kansas
    Does the beloved Looney Tunes character Porky Pig actually hail from Portis, Kansas? Well, no, he doesn’t. But that hasn’t stopped the small town from making Porky a native son. The story begins with Melvin “Tubby” Miller, who was born in Portis on May 6, 1900. After graduating high school, he changed his name to Melvin Millar, thinking it sounded more unique. Tubby Millar attended the Kansas City Art Institute, where he met and befriended Isadore “Friz” Freleng. Both students soon moved to Hollywood, attracted by a fellow Kansas City Art Institute graduate named Walt Disney.  Freleng would get a job at Leon Schlesinger Productions, the studio behind popular shorts Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies. He rose to lead director, and created the character of Porky Pig. Porky Pig was an insta…  ( 14 min )
    J.T. Nickel Family Nature & Wildlife Preserve in Tahlequah, Oklahoma
    The J.T. Nickel Family Nature and Wildlife Preserve is the largest privately protected conservation area in the Ozarks thanks to a land gift from the John Nickel family in 2000. This 17,000-acre landscape rests in eastern Oklahoma's Cookson Hills and overlooks the Illinois River. Elk had been absent in this area for more than 150 years. In 2005, an elk herd was reintroduced to the preserve that has grown and flourished in establishing a healthy population in the region. The preserve also has three self-guided nature trails.  ( 12 min )
    Our Second Summer Snaps Photo Contest Winners: Night Views
    Last month, for our second photo contest of the year, we called out to all the night owls for their most memorable views after dark. At Atlas Obscura, we love reasons to stay up past our bedtimes and experience celestial moments that leave us in awe. We wanted to know: What do you see when the sun goes down? We were dazzled by the beautiful nocturnal imagery our readers submitted. We saw landscapes gently reflecting moonlight, trails of stars etched into velvet skies, and dreamy views from windows. The most popular feature in the entries, by far, was the Milky Way in all its glory. Behold our wonderful winning photos (view them up close with a click) selected by our staff—the first place winner is above. We hope they will inspire you to look up and around more often when darkness descends. Congratulations to our winners, who scored some Atlas Obscura gear! Second Place Third Place Honorable Mentions  ( 13 min )
    The Beauty and Brilliance of Germany's 'Cow Chapels'
    The restaurant at Wasem, a fourth-generation family winery in Germany’s largest wine region, Rheinhessen, is simply yet stylishly furnished. Its stone walls are painted white, its wooden floors are polished, and its banquettes are a dark gray that matches the tall, round columns supporting the room’s elegant cross-vault ceiling. The pillars and arched ceiling give the restaurant a distinctly religious atmosphere, but the original building—erected in 1858—was never frequented by churchgoers. It housed cows. Rheinhessen’s history of intensive agriculture and viticulture stretches back to the ancient Roman era. After the agricultural revolution of the 18th century, farmers decided to increase their cattle’s yield by keeping them in stables and using their manure to fertilize their arable cr…  ( 19 min )
    Fixing the World’s Oldest Trolleys Is Like Solving a Century-Old Jigsaw Puzzle
    The Car Barn sits adjacent to a timeworn cemetery, tucked away from a cluster of upscale restaurants in the Uptown neighborhood of Dallas, Texas. This large warehouse is the maintenance garage for the city’s historic M-Line trolleys. Inside is a seemingly scattered collection of woodworking benches, tool racks, and an assortment of giant and very heavy axles. When the Car Barn’s two enormous garage doors are open, the space reverberates with the loud hum of industrial fans and the high-pitched whirs of air pressure drills. Here in a former mattress warehouse, now a restoration and repair shop, is where Dallas’s newly acquired historic trolley cars are painstakingly restored and the current fleet is affectionately maintained. The mismatched trolleys are perhaps the most eclectic operable …  ( 21 min )
    Podcast: Demon Wall
    Listen and subscribe on Stitcher, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all major podcast apps. In this episode of The Atlas Obscura Podcast, we visit a small church in a village in Norway that's home to an unusual mural with demonic illustrations. The story of how it came to be is as strange and disturbing as the mural itself. Our podcast is an audio guide to the world’s wondrous, awe-inspiring, strange places. In under 15 minutes, we’ll take you to an incredible site, and along the way you’ll meet some fascinating people and hear their stories. Join us daily, Monday through Thursday, to explore a new wonder with cofounder Dylan Thuras and a neighborhood of Atlas Obscura reporters.  ( 15 min )
  • Open

    Canmore Xing [jatp]
    Visit the post for more.  ( 6 min )
  • Open

    Canmore Xing [jatp]
    Visit the post for more.  ( 6 min )
  • Open

    D.C. Memo: Blowback for Dean Phillips; Schultz preparing to take on Stauber again; GOP continues to defend Trump
    House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-N.Y., planned to speak to Phillips this week.
    Minneapolis City Council passes ordinance to increase wages for Uber and Lyft drivers
    Plus: St. Paul City Council President Amy Brendmoen urges Como Park Pavilion redesign; MnDOT drops plans for controversial Duluth roundabout; Aer Lingus to resume flights to Dublin from MSP; and more.
    The deadly intersection of labor exploitation and climate change
    Neither the corporate media nor our politicians who are beholden to corporate lobbyists honestly address the common root causes of (and solutions to) worker exploitation and climate change.
    Biden administration, advocates ramp up efforts to address Indian boarding schools’ painful legacy in Minnesota and other states
    The National Native American Boarding School Healing Coalition, a nonprofit headquartered in Minneapolis, estimates that at least 24 boarding schools existed in Minnesota. It is still seeking to verify the location of others in the state.
    Weekend picks: The Jayhawks at Lake Harriet, Rhythmically Speaking dance and the Japanese Obon Festival
    Plus: new artwork by Janet Lobberecht; outdoor classical music by 10th Wave, and Jonatha Brooke at the Dakota.
    How will AI disrupt Minnesota? Find out at MinnPost Festival
    With experience from the public and private sectors, our panel of experts and entrepreneurs will dig into how AI will reshape life for Minnesotans in the years ahead.
    A voter’s guide to who is influencing the 2023 Minneapolis City Council elections
    A divided Minneapolis City Council is up for election in November, and there's a lot at stake on issues from housing to transit to public safety.
    Success of recreational marijuana sales prompts Red Lake Nation to pursue mobile dispensary on tribal lands
    Plus: Minnesota police chiefs question legislation limiting holds in school hallways; wildfire smoke returns to Minnesota; Melisa López Franzen named chief lobbyist for the U of M; and more.
  • Open

    CZS Summer School, day 4: GNNs
    Today Andreea Deac (Montréal) gave a talk at the about graph neural networks, and enforcing exact symmetries. It was a great talk, because it was useful to the students and filled with insights even for the experienced machine-learners. She did a great job of connecting GNNs to other methods in use in ML, including convolutional neural networks, and Deep Sets.CZS Summer School  ( 14 min )
    Agent-Based Models (Part 2)
    Some news! Nathaniel Osgood, Evan Patterson, Kris Brown, Xiaoyan Li, Sean Wu, William Waites and I are going to work together at the International Centre for Mathematical Sciences for six weeks starting on May 1st, 2024. We’re going to use category theory to design better software for agent-based models. Needless to say, we’re getting started […]  ( 12 min )
    Neutrality and experimental detective work
    One of the remarkable aspects of condensed matter physics is the idea of emergent , where through the interactions of many underlying degrees of freedom, new excitations emerge that are long-lived and often can propagate around in ways very different than their underlying constituents.  Of course, it’s particularly interesting when the properties of the quasiparticles have quantum numbers or obey statistics that are transformed from their noninteracting counterparts.  For example, in the , starting from electrons with charge \(-e\) and spin 1/2, the low energy excitations are neutral spin-1/2 spinons and charge \(e\) holons.  It’s not always obvious in these situations whether the emergent quasiparticles act like (obeying the and stacking up in energy) or (all falling into the lowest en…  ( 10 min )
    Representation Theory Question
    If two algebraic representations of GL(n,k) restrict to give equivalent representations of the subgroup of invertible diagonal matrices, do they have to be equivalent as representations of GL(n,k)?  ( 4 min )
  • Open

    On Writing… With a Heavy Heart
    How I managed to complete a time-bound assignment when not in the right frame of mind, and what you can learn from it Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 8 min )
    How a Writing Community Will Keep You Connected and Committed to Your Stories
    Giving to others and receiving support help writers accomplish their dreams. Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 8 min )
  • Open

    Regulating Tech
    Not sure exactly why, but one of its authors sent me the book Data Science in Context: Foundations, Challenges, Opportunities. The chapter of most interest to me is ch. 7, on regulation, which highlights these recommendations:
  • Open

    Fossils Buried in LA Tar Pit Show Why Saber-Toothed Cats Blinked Out of Existence
    At Los Angeles’ La Brea Tar Pits, scientists found they could watch large mammals disappear from the fossil record—and could trace the ecosystem through the catastrophe
    This Bizarre Star Could Become One of the Strongest Magnets in the Universe
    Magnetars possess magnetic fields that are trillions of times stronger than those of ordinary stars. Now we might have seen one of these extraordinary objects about to form
    Overwhelming Heat This Summer Could Kill Twice as Many People as Usual
    Extreme temperatures across the U.S. have put the elderly, outdoors workers and people with no access to cool air at the greatest risk of severe heat-related illnesses or even death
    Car Thieves Can Hack into Today's Computerized Vehicles
    To steal cars that rely on remotes and computer networks, thieves are trading their pry bars for laptops and wireless devices
    Supreme Court Preserves Access to Abortion Pill, pending Appeal
    The nation’s highest court paused a lower court’s decision to nullify approval of the abortion drug mifepristone, keeping the medication available while an appeal moves forward
    She Helped Build the Atomic Bomb to Stop the Nazis, But Was Haunted by What It Did to Japan
    Here’s the story of the Lilli Hornig, the only female scientist named in the film Oppenheimer.
    What Happens when People with Dementia Commit Crimes?
    When criminal behavior overlaps with degenerative cognitive disease, the justice system often falters
    How Recommendation Algorithms Work--And Why They May Miss the Mark
    Huge data sets and matrices help online companies predict what you will click next
    How AI Knows Things No One Told It
    Researchers are still struggling to understand how AI models trained to parrot Internet text can perform advanced tasks such as running code, playing games and trying to break up a marriage
    How to Survive Mercury in Retrograde
    If you want to make it through the trials and tribulations of Mercury in retrograde, it’s easy: don’t do anything. You’ll be fine
  • Open

    Beurre Blanc
    A thick and creamy sauce that holds together without breaking, with the fatty richness of butter balanced by a bright note of acidity.  ( 19 min )
    We Tested 9 Universal Knife Blocks to See If Any Were Worth the Countertop Space
    We tested nine universal knife blocks, evaluating their magnet strength, capacity, and more.  ( 21 min )
  • Open

    Borders of Strips
    Why would I complicate my life by crocheting colored borders onto different strips? Answer: I wanted to emphasize their borders. Do you recognize the objects in the picture? The leftmost one is a Möbius strip. I made it by crocheting a long rectangle. Then, instead of connecting the short sides to form a cylinder, I […]  ( 5 min )
  • Open

    Thursday assorted links
    1. McCartney and Starr will re-record “Let It Be,” along with Peter Frampton, Mick Fleetwood, and Dolly Parton.  Can we have Carnival of Light now, please? 2. Ecuador is deteriorating (NYT). 3. Claims about water delays. 4. Massive influx of Chinese into ride-hailing jobs. 5. The story of Ozempic (NYT). 6. A directory of Date […] The post Thursday assorted links appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments 6. I will rock your doc off, baby. by Keith In reply to Lord Action. Funny! But in tech it’s ... by Reason In reply to Floccina. Where do I say the user's behavior will ... by Anti-Gnostic In reply to PaulD. I don't think the point of the proposed ... by Phil S. ever thing is free now we figured it out democracy is a ... by the middle class Plus 10 more...  ( 6 min )
    Don’t Doubt: Saint Thomas in India
    Christianity in India has roots at least as old as in Italy. Millions of Christians in Kerala today believe that their tradition traces back directly to Thomas, one of the 12 apostles of Jesus, who traveled to India in the first century AD. According to the Acts of Thomas, the apostles divided the world and […] The post Don’t Doubt: Saint Thomas in India appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to Kaleberg. I don't understand this comment that it ... by Steven In reply to Ricardo. >bible mentions a king who indeed exists ... by hmm In reply to Jay Pemberton. They did carbon-14 dating on the ... by mgregoire In reply to President of Marginal Revolution. Ahimsa was a ... by Equestrian In reply to Naveen K. The “Kreutzer” Sonata is a name ... by President of Marginal Revolution Plus 10 more... Related Stories That was then, this is now That was then, this is now — the culture that is Swiss edition *War and Punishment*  ( 9 min )
    That was then, this is now — the culture that is Swiss edition
    Tocqueville’s notes on the Swiss constitution confirm the poor impression he had quickly formed.  There were cantons, he remarked, but no Switzerland.  In most of these, he continued, the majority of people lacked any sense of “self-government”; the Swiss habitually abused freedom of the press; they saw associations much as the French did, as a […] The post That was then, this is now — the culture that is Swiss edition appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments Agreed. Silence is complicity and it's indicates an underlying ... by Antony T. Toqueville's observation of the Swiss seems to fit contemporary ... by John Sweeney In reply to Antony T.. I do find it very bizarre that TC has ... by Glenn In reply to Reason. If there's a hint of truth in this – ... by Glenn Clearing house for money stolen from the Russian public by OutHere Plus 10 more... Related Stories Don’t Doubt: Saint Thomas in India *War and Punishment* The Jennifer Burns Milton Friedman biography, and what should I ask her?  ( 7 min )
    The economic impact of AI
    That is the topic of my latest Bloomberg column, here is part of my argument: I am a believer in the power of current AI trends. But a look at the way economies work argues for more moderate (but still substantial) estimates of AI’s impact. The most likely scenario is that economic growth will rise by […] The post The economic impact of AI appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to mgregoire. I can imagine scenarios in which AI ... by mgregoire Once again we have the problem of the seen vs the unseen. From ... by Dan Hanson In reply to Bill. Ah, the productivity of lawyers will soon ... by Bill You quoted Jones: ” But since Moore made his famous ... by Todd Kreider How many times has Tyler written the same article now? by Ben Plus 10 more... Related Stories The talks from the Civic Future conference on the Great Stagnation Market depletion and the income of doctors The economics of the UPS delivery deal  ( 8 min )
  • Open

    Pork Lion Bone
    Seen by François Lang at the meat counter at The Great Wall in Rockville, MD: François remarks:  "It took me a minute to realize that the sign meant 'Loin Bone'!" The Chinese characters say: lónggǔ 龍骨 "dragon bone" In different contexts, that can also mean "keel (beam along the underside of a ship’s hull); fossil bones […]  ( 8 min )
    Teaching Taiwanese in France
    Taiwanese may be fading in Taiwan (see "Selected Readings" below; except for foreign diplomats and the like!), but in France it is thriving: "Language of our own: Fun Taiwanese classes gain popularity in France" By Tseng Ting-hsuan and James Lo, Focus Taiwan (8/10/2023) In a classroom in Paris, Taiwan's top envoy to France François Wu […]  ( 10 min )
  • Open

    Agent-Based Models (Part 2)
    Some news! Nathaniel Osgood, Evan Patterson, Kris Brown, Xiaoyan Li, Sean Wu, William Waites and I are going to work together at the International Centre for Mathematical Sciences for six weeks starting on May 1st, 2024. We’re going to use category theory to design better software for agent-based models. Needless to say, we’re getting started […]  ( 12 min )
  • Open

    “Whom to leave behind”
    OK, this one is hilarious. The story starts with a comment from Jordan Anaya, pointing to the story of Michael Eisen, a biologist who, as editor of the academic journal eLife, changed its policy to a public review system. It … Continue reading →  ( 14 min )
  • Open

    MIT researchers combine deep learning and physics to fix motion-corrupted MRI scans
    The challenge involves more than just a blurry JPEG. Fixing motion artifacts in medical imaging requires a more sophisticated approach.  ( 8 min )
    How machine learning models can amplify inequities in medical diagnosis and treatment
    MIT researchers investigate the causes of health-care disparities among underrepresented groups.  ( 10 min )
  • Open

    Representation Theory Question
    If two algebraic representations of GL(n,k) restrict to give equivalent representations of the subgroup of invertible diagonal matrices, do they have to be equivalent as representations of GL(n,k)?  ( 4 min )
  • Open

    New York Is Expanding Teletherapy for Teens. Will it Work?
    In January, New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced a plan to establish what he described as the “biggest student mental health program in the country” — one that would lean heavily on telehealth programs for teens. Months later, the plan is still frustratingly vague, writes one young New Yorker.  ( 11 min )
  • Open

    Bride Of Bay Area House Party
    ...

  • Open

    Bunnings NPC Predictions for Week 3
    Team Ratings for Week 3 The basic method is described on my Department home page. Here are the team ratings prior to this week’s games, along with the ratings at the start of the season. Current Rating Rating at Season Start Difference Canterbury 11.34 9.44 1.90 Wellington 9.54 8.72 0.80 North Harbour 7.17 7.75 -0.60 […] Bunnings NPC Predictions for Week 3 first appeared on Stats Chat.  ( 4 min )
  • Open

    Mike’s obituary in the IMS Bulletin
    Visit the post for more.  ( 6 min )
  • Open

    Mike’s obituary in the IMS Bulletin
    Visit the post for more.  ( 6 min )
  • Open

    CZS Summer School, day 3: Deep Sets
    Today was day 3 of the , in which I am helping mentor a group of students working on equivariant methods on point clouds. In our working session today, Soledad Villar (JHU) (who is the main mentor for this group of students) gave a short, spontaneous explanation of the main Deep Sets result in machine learning: (Almost) any permutation-invariant function of a set of objects can be written in an amazingly simple form: , where and are potentially nonlinear functions. That result is super-strong, and super-useful!CZS Summer Schoolxih(Σg(x))iihg  ( 14 min )
    Multithreading For Dummies
    What is multithreading? It is the use of multiple processors to perform tasks in parallel by a single computer program. I have known this simple fact for over thirty years, but funnily enough I never explored it in practice. The reason is fundamentally that I am a physicist, not a computer scientist, and as a physicist I tend to stick with a known skillset to solve my problems, and to invest time in more physics knowledge than software wizardry. You might well say I am not a good programmer altogether, although that would secretly cause me pain. I would answer that while it is certainly true that my programs are ugly and hard to read, they do what they are supposed to do, as proven by a certain record of scientific publications.  read more  ( 8 min )
  • Open

    You Never Know Who Will Turn Up at an Elephant Carcass
    Hyenas, vultures, lions, leopards. They all seem like expected dinner guests to a feast consisting of a massive elephant carcass. But recently, researchers in Kenya caught an unexpected diner on camera. The elephant in the room, it turned out, was a hippo. In 2019, an international team of researchers mounted camera traps at two fresh elephant carcasses—what the authors call “carrion bonanzas”—in Tsavo East National Park. In their recent study in the journal Science Direct, they compare the death of an elephant in the park’s dry landscape to a whale fall (when a dead cetacean sinks to the bottom of the ocean), a feast that can support or even create a whole ecological community. Over a month of recording they saw the usual suspects of predators and scavengers take turns at the carcass th…  ( 20 min )
    Arepa Lady in Queens, New York
    For years, the only way to try Maria Piedad Cano’s famed arepas was to roam along Roosevelt Avenue well after dark and hope for good fortune. Cano was a lawyer and a judge in her homeland of Colombia, but after she fled to the United States, she turned to wielding a mobile griddle. In 1993, The New York Press dubbed her the “Saintly Arepa Lady” and the name stuck.  Like many of New York City’s street vendors, Cano lived a precarious existence for decades. From 1983 through 2021, the city enforced a strict cap on the number of street vendor permits, leaving vendors struggling to either dodge the police or pay as much as $20,000 for permits on the black market. Cano was finally able to set up a brick-and-mortar location in Elmhurst in 2014, only to be forced to move once again when a developer demolished her building to make way for apartments.  At long last, Cano was able to reopen in 2018, along with her son Alejandro Osorio, who runs the current iteration of the restaurant. Arepa Lady currently has three branches, but the Jackson Heights outpost feels closest to Cano’s roots.  The arepas are as good as ever, particularly when crowned with a tangle of carne desmechada, slow-braised beef, or fat slices of chorizo. Order an arepa de queso, a plump corn cake oozing cheese from the interior, of an arepa de choclo, which comes folded over fillings like a diner-style omelet. Although carnivorous toppings dominate the menu, don’t sleep on the vegetarian offering—the trifecta of black beans, avocado, and sticky sweet plantains showered with grated cheese is outstanding.  ( 14 min )
    Nepali Bhanchha Ghar in Queens, New York
    The jhol momo arrive swimming in a sunset-hued chutney, their meticulous pleats bobbing just above the surface. The consistency is somewhere between a tomato soup and a curry gravy, with a pleasant, slow-building burn. It’s the perfect foil for the rich, slightly filling of goat meat—although these dumplings also come stuffed with paneer, potatoes, beef, and all manner of other fillings.  With large Tibetan and Nepalese communities, Jackson Heights is the place to go for all sorts of regional styles of momos. By the time sibling duo Yamuna Shrestha and Shree Shrestha opened up their small restaurant in the shadow of the 7 train, the neighborhood already had a wealth of excellent options. Yet the Shresthas, who hail from just west of Kathmandu, still made a name for themselves, scoring the winning spot multiple years in a row on the informal neighborhood Momo Crawl.  While an order of jhol momo belongs on every table, there are plenty of other heavy-hitters on the menu of Nepalese specialties. Both the thali and the samay baji sets offer solo diners the chance to try a range of dishes, all accompanied by chutney and brightly acidic pickles. Order one or two sel roti, chewy, crushed-rice doughnuts meant for dunking in a tangy, fiery dipping sauce, for the table. Head to the back of the restaurant to refill your cup with warmly spiced masala chai from the insulated container.  ( 13 min )
    The Lamb Inn in Eastbourne, England
    If you are looking for an authentic British pub experience in charming coastal seaside town, look no further than The Lamb Inn in Eastbourne, located roughly an hour from London by train. This local institution has been in operation since 1180. You can feel the history seep through the walls of this public house. The low, beamed ceilings, dark wooden furniture and stone hearth fireplace are cozy and inviting. At the same time, you can almost sense the ghosts of patrons past seated next to you as you sip ale out of a metal cup.   Like so many pubs, The Lamb Inn offers the traditional Sunday roast of roast beef, Yorkshire pudding, roasted veggies, and potatoes. But, Sunday Roast at The Lamb Inn is next level. This particular rendition of the classic is next-level, with generous portions and a heap of cheesy cauliflower included.  ( 13 min )
    Harvest Moon Twin Drive-In Theatre in Gibson City, Illinois
    Founded in 1954, the Harvest Moon Twin Drive-In Theater still shows films under the stars. Pull up in a parking spot, order popcorn and treats, then settle back and enjoy the show. To hear the soundtrack, simply turn on your car radio. Open seasonally through the summer into early fall, the movie theater strives to maintain its retro charm, while screening everything from classic movies to current releases on its two screens.  ( 12 min )
    Pirate Jean Lafitte’s grave in Lincolnton, North Carolina
    From 1810 to 1823, Jean Lafitte and his brother Pierre were among the most notorious and successful privateers in the Americas. Like many great pirates, Jean Lafitte's exact origins are shrouded in mystery, but he is believed to be born either in France or one of its Caribbean colony Saint-Domingue (now called Haiti) and he had a spectacular reputation for drinking, womanizing, and debauchery. An equal-opportunity spy and smuggler, Lafitte lent his skills in military endeavors from the War of 1812 to the Mexican War of Independence. At various points, he worked for the British, U.S., and Spanish armies. He supposedly died in 1823—an event many scholars later believed to be a ruse.  In fact, according to local researchers in Lincolnton, North Carolina, believe that the buccaneer staged his own death, changed his name to Lorenzo Ferrer, then enjoyed a quiet life free from the prying eyes of law enforcement until his actual death in 1875. He is believed to be resting peacefully in the cemetery at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church.  ( 13 min )
    Jurubirá Hot Springs in Nuquí, Colombia
    About 35 minutes south of the Nuquí Airport by boat, hot springs, known as termales, gurgle in the towering rain forests of the Pacific Ocean. Set along a small sand road near Morromico beach on Colombia's western coast, this fishing community hosts tourists from around the world to relax along its undeveloped coastline. The hot springs are a few hundred yards from the beach along a jungle stream. While you soak, you can make your own mud mask from the sulfurous clay by the river. Massage and other spa services are also offered at the spring. The small admission fee and restaurant support the nearby school and other community services. Poisonous frogs, howler monkeys, and toucans are easy to see on short hikes into the Chocó jungle with the help of local guides. Migrating whales are easily visible between July and October.  ( 13 min )
    Tiské Stěny in Tisá, Czechia
    An hour's drive north of Prague, the small town of Tisá in northern Czechia is full of mysterious rock formations that look straight out of Narnia—because they are. It's here that Edmund tumbled out of the magical wardrobe in the 2005 movie adaption of C.S. Lewis's The Chronicles of Narnia. There are trails throughout the picturesque landscape of Tiské Stěny, which contains the towering sandstone rock formations. If you set out from the Church of Saint Anne (also known as Kostel sv.Anny), two trails lead up into the hills: one, a shorter jaunt to your left, and the other, a longer trail to your right. The shorter hike, despite its less daunting length, is still challenging, and unfortunately, neither trail is wheelchair-accessible.To access either hike, you need to purchase entry tickets…  ( 13 min )
    Earthquake Park in Anchorage, Alaska
    It took just three minutes to forever change Anchorage’s landscape. On the evening of March 27, 1964, the largest earthquake ever recorded in North American history devastated the city and left a profound and lasting effect on earth science.  The Good Friday Earthquake, as it’s sometimes called since it occurred two days before Easter, swiftly buckled the ground underneath, leaving a craggy, unrecognizable landscape. The neighborhood known as Turnagain Heights slid into the ocean, while some of the largest buildings in the city, including JC Penney, were demolished. Tsunamis that followed the 9.2-magnitude quake caused waves up to 20 stories high and wreaked havoc on the region. But out of the rubble came a place of peace and perspective. Today, Earthquake Park in Anchorage is a serene…  ( 14 min )
    Nike Site Summit in Anchorage, Alaska
    High in the Chugach Mountains, just east of Anchorage, Alaska, lies a U.S. military relic. Activated in May 1959, the Nike Site Summit is one of the most complete Cold War-era Nike Hercules missile-launch sites in the country today and serves as a historic representation of that era’s military air-defense strategy.   One of just two sites in the U.S. that tested live missiles, and the only one of eight launch sites still standing in Alaska, the Nike Site is accessible by tour atop Mount Gordon Lyon, on the eastern edge of present-day Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson (JBER).  In the years following World War II, mounting tensions between the Soviet Union and the west posed the threat of nuclear war. The U.S. Army responded by implementing an anti-aircraft missile defense system to interc…  ( 15 min )
    A Cosmos of Contemplation Awaits the Mindful Stargazer
    Atlas Obscura’s Wondersky columnist Rebecca Boyle is an award-winning science journalist and author of the upcoming Our Moon: How Earth’s Celestial Companion Transformed the Planet, Guided Evolution, and Made Us Who We Are (January 2024, Random House). Throughout the summer, she’ll be sharing the stories and secrets of our wondrous night sky. A long time ago, when humans lived in large communal groups, following big game and taking shelter in caves, we weren’t sure what the stars were. But the stars mattered a great deal all the same. The earliest human art, painted on cave walls around the world, depicts both animals and objects in the sky, and often the seasonal connections between them. We used the stars and the Moon to keep track of time, to track animal migrations and reproducti…  ( 19 min )
    Grandma Olga Statue in Anchorage, Alaska
    A sculpture of Dena’ina matriarch Olga Nicolai Ezi, known affectionately as “Grandma Olga,” stands proudly next to a bronze fish-drying rack in the Ship Creek Small Boat Harbor near downtown Anchorage. Located along the banks of Ship Creek, a still-thriving urban salmon fishery, the bronze sculpture is part of a larger public art installation honoring this well-respected Dena’ina leader, her family, and their native customs. The Dena’ina were the original inhabitants of this south-central part of Alaska, and the only coastal Athabascan tribe.  Small in stature, but highly influential, Olga Nicolai was born in 1875 in the Tyone Lake, Copper Center regions, where her father was a noted medicine man. In 1896, Olga married Simeon Ezi, one of the last chiefs of the upper Cook Inlet.  Credited with much of the tribal lineage, the couple and their five children lived in the Native Village of Eklutna and took pride in the Indigenous customs—fishing in summer and hunting and trapping in the fall and winter. The family also operated a small boating business, shipping supplies from Anchorage to nearby villages.  Dena’ina artist and University of Alaska Fairbanks graduate Joel Isaak sculpted the installation, called One’s Spirit, over roughly two and a half years. The artist spent months talking with Alaska Natives about their unique features and customs, which shows in his detailed metal work. Olga’s shoes, for example, would have been made of fish scales. The artist mimicked that unique texture in his work. The statue was officially unveiled in January 2019. In all, the Grandma Olga section of the installation includes the elder, a fish trap and rack, and bronze salmon lying on the concrete. Plaques nearby detail her contributions and those of the Dena’ina people. The surrounding area’s stunning coastal views and scenery make it worth a visit, too.  ( 14 min )
    Alaska Native Heritage Center in Anchorage, Alaska
    On 26 acres of serene woodlands, six life-sized Native dwellings pepper the banks of Lake Tiulana on the campus of the Alaska Native Heritage Center. Opened in 1999, the center, which was built on Native Dena'ina Ełnena land, is located 7 miles east of downtown Anchorage and honors the lasting legacy of Alaska’s major culture groups. Start the journey inside with an introductory film, “Stories Given, Stories Shared,” for a quick background on Alaska’s Native people. Then, watch as Native artists produce live works on a stroll through the Hall of Cultures. Vibrant wooden posts, moose-hide boots, bark baskets, seal-skin tunics, intricate beadwork, and other Native art fill the exhibit rooms.  The Gathering Place serves as center stage for Native song and dance demonstrations, plus traditional games and storytelling. Outside, duck in and out of replica log cabins and underground cave-like structures that resemble ancient Native dwellings, and soak in the ways and customs of these close-knit, resilient communities. Culture bearers share stories and historic artifacts to help paint a picture of what life is and was like for Eyak, Yup’ik, and Athabascan peoples, among others.  In April 2022, the center received over 1,700 additional artifacts, including baskets, ivory figurines, carvings, a qayaq, the coat of an Athabascan chief, and more from the Wells Fargo Alaska Heritage Library and Museum, a gift that nearly doubled the center’s existing collection. One notable relic, a full-scale whale skeleton outside, illustrates the importance of the whaling industry to provide clothing, oil, tools, and sustenance to the northernmost coastal peoples.  ( 14 min )
    Ziller-Loverdos Mansion in Athens, Greece
    Ernst Ziller was born in 1837 near Dresden, Germany. In 1858, he graduated from the Dresden Academy of Fine Arts and shortly thereafter went to work for Danish architect Theophil Hansen. Hansen and his brother Christian Hansen were well established in Athens, Greece, having designed some of the capital’s most prominent landmarks. Between them, they designed Athens University, the National Library of Greece, the National Observatory of Athens, the National and Capodistrian University of Athens, the Academy of Athens, and several other significant buildings. Theophilus invited Ziller to Athens in 1861 to supervise the building of the Academy of Athens. While doing so Ziller honed his eclectic architectural style and made many important connections which led to jobs supervising other Hansen…  ( 14 min )
    Podcast: APOPO Rats
    Listen and subscribe on Stitcher, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all major podcast apps. In this episode of The Atlas Obscura Podcast, we reconsider the rat. At this training and research center in Tanzania, African giant pouched rats are being raised to sniff out landmines and disease. They're the heroes we all need. Our podcast is an audio guide to the world’s wondrous, awe-inspiring, strange places. In under 15 minutes, we’ll take you to an incredible site, and along the way you’ll meet some fascinating people and hear their stories. Join us daily, Monday through Thursday, to explore a new wonder with cofounder Dylan Thuras and a neighborhood of Atlas Obscura reporters.  ( 12 min )
  • Open

    Should St. Paul cover low-income families’ child care costs? Proposed tax hike headed to 2024 ballot
    City Council members voted 5-2 Wednesday afternoon to override an earlier veto by Mayor Melvin Carter, who raised concerns that the proposal would not generate anywhere near enough funding to serve all the children it promises to serve.  ( 15 min )
    Is a name change on a Minnesota marriage license restricted to just the bride or surnames?
    No. Generally, in Minnesota a person can change more than just their surname with a marriage license, but only in specific counties.  ( 6 min )
    Has nearly one in five Americans lost a family member to gun violence?
    Yes. A nationally representative poll of U.S. adults in March 2023 showed 19% answered "yes" to a question about a family member being killed by a gun, including suicide.  ( 6 min )
    Target slashes full-year forecast
    Plus: Federal charges brought forth against 14 alleged Minneapolis gang members; one-time tax rebate checks will begin to be sent out; UMD develops a cottonwood-poplar hybrid that can grow up to eight feet per year; and more.  ( 6 min )
    When foreign agents harass, intimidate or assault people in the U.S.
    The goal is to silence dissent against the regime. The Chinese Communist Party is the world's worst offender, and we are also now worried about the safety of Russians in the U.S.  ( 12 min )
    Minneapolis police begins community engagement for policy reform
    Sessions take place throughout Minneapolis with one Wednesday night at East Neighborhood Services, Inc., 1700 2nd St., N.E.  ( 12 min )
    Aspiration for equality as our enduring essence
    Part IV: Fifty years after the Time magazine cover story touting Minnesota as the nation’s model state, it’s time to reassess.  ( 45 min )
    Why contemporary Christian station KTIS is the Twin Cities’ most popular radio station for several months running
    KTIS is a live and local radio station, unlike many religious broadcasters, which play satellite-fed programming from a central site.  ( 17 min )
    In northern Minnesota, early adopters make the case for cold-climate heat pumps
    While still a niche, utilities, contractors, and advocates expect the technology to take off as more incentives become available and more people become familiar with what it can do.  ( 18 min )
    Two charged in shooting of Minneapolis police officer last week
    Plus: What was in Mayor Jacob Frey’s budget speech; Ramsey County Commissioner Victoria Reinhardt to step down; Lyft could exit Minneapolis; Sweet Martha’s Cookie Jar to sell Black Keys t-shirts; and more.  ( 7 min )
  • Open

    Unfortunately, I Probably Annoy You — The Uncomfortable Truth About Successful Writing
    Good writing is meant to incite disagreements Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 8 min )
    Write Now With Heather B. Moore
    Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 8 min )
    Never Run Out Of Content Ideas Again
    Bye, writer’s block. Come up with content ideas at will. Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 8 min )
  • Open

    Arecibo Observatory Shuts Down Its Science
    Although Arecibo Observatory is slated to become an education center, astronomers hope research might one day return to the site
    Hearing Aids Stave Off Cognitive Decline
    Hearing aids may help maintain better brain functions in older people, and better health overall.
    The Grand Canyon Is Getting Even Hotter and More Dangerous
    A new study finds that heat-related illness incidents will soar alongside temperatures inside the famed Grand Canyon National Park
    Why Hair Turns Curly and Frizzy in the Summer, according to Chemistry
    A chemist breaks down how hair follicles respond to summer heat and humidity
    See How Stress Affects Inflammatory Bowel Disease
    In inflammatory bowel disease, mental stress can produce two painful responses
    A Defiant Volcanologist Survived 5 Eruptions while Living on Mount Vesuvius
    Luigi Palmieri, at times reckless, persevered on Vesuvius for 40 years, solidifying the nascent field of volcanology
    Oppenheimer Reminds Scientists to Speak Up for a Better World
    The world needs more scientists to get off the sidelines during policy debates
    What Is Narcissism? Science Confronts a Widely Misunderstood Phenomenon
    Researchers debate whether grandiosity always masks vulnerability
    Young People Tell Us They Need Help Identifying Misinformation
    We surveyed Canadian youth about science when it comes to making informed decisions. Their responses tell us that we need to work harder to help youth everywhere recognize misinformation
    New Neurotechnology Is Blurring the Lines around Mental Privacy--But Are New Human Rights the Answer?
    Ethical and social implications of brain science and neural engineering raise many questions
    A Crisis of Isolation Is Making Heat Waves More Deadly
    As extreme heat worsens, cities are exploring ways to reach isolated individuals before it’s too late
    This Therapy Helps Formerly Incarcerated People Return to Society
    Recovery-oriented cognitive therapy helps people getting out of prison to reengage with society and build a new life
  • Open

    The Philosophy of Supersymmetry
    A few months back I saw a call for papers for a volume on “Establishing the philosophy of supersymmetry”. For a while I was thinking of writing something, since the general topic of supersymmetry is a complex and interesting one, … Continue reading →  ( 12 min )
  • Open

    Albania (Italy) fact of the day
    Attracted by its Mediterranean beaches at competitive prices, airline passengers to Albania more than doubled in June compared with the same period a year earlier, according to ACI Europe, an association of airport operators. The opening of low-cost routes to Albanian airports contributed to that jump, ACI said. Overnight stays also increased, with Eurostat’s latest […] The post Albania (Italy) fact of the day appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to Tod. And now we know that Ukrainian leaders are ... by Rich Men North of Richmond In reply to Tom T.. Drink coffee, look at the beautiful ... by Biggles F'Tang In reply to Josh M. Mmm, crepes…. by Tom T. In reply to (Not That) Bill O'Reilly. I visited the West ... by Orson In reply to Bob. “I know how young lawyers are apt to ... by President of Marginal Revolution Plus 10 more... Related Stories Doha travel notes Doha bleg My views on the UFO hearings  ( 6 min )
    Wednesday assorted links
    1. How AI thinks people in the fifty different states look. 2. How the new NBA CBA changes incentives at the margin. 3. “Asian glow” beware. 4. Vitalik on Community Notes. 5. WHO is a fraud? 6. Pareto on politics. 7. AI assistance in legal analysis: some new results. 8. What the heck happened in […] The post Wednesday assorted links appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to Brian Donohue. Does anyone else remember those ... by rsm In reply to aaron. Do grumpy old men always find things to ... by rsm In reply to Faze. That is an odd view of how this started. ... by steve In reply to MrPeaches. Have any of these women seen a ... by Kit In reply to seegs. Off the top of my head Sunbelt suburbs ... by Cancelled for wongthink Plus 10 more...  ( 6 min )
    *War and Punishment*
    The author is Mikhail Zygar, and the subtitle is Putin, Zelensky, and the Path to Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine.  I have to tell you the subtitle put me off and I nearly didn’t buy this one, as too many books in this area repeat the same (by now) old material.  But after some extensive scrutiny […] The post *War and Punishment* appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to Pepé Silvia. What does it get wrong? by Alex In reply to So Much For Subtlety. Putin’s target wasn’t ... by Mm In reply to Brian Donohue. Not to defend Biden here ( I ... by Mm In reply to Rurik the Varangian. It will make a fine gas ... by Mm In reply to Abelard Lindsey. Does the judge ask Scott Ritter ... by Mm Plus 10 more... Related Stories The Jennifer Burns Milton Friedman biography, and what should I ask her? That was then, this is now Happy Birthday Singapore!  ( 7 min )
    What I’ve been reading
    Maria Blanco and Alberto Mingardi have produced a very useful volume, Show and Biz: The Market Economy in TV Series and Popular Culture (2000-2020), providing an updated look at the (somewhat) rising popularity of business and capitalism in U.S. popular culture. David O’Brien, Exiled in Modernity: Delacroix, Civilization, and Barbarism.  A very good book planting […] The post What I’ve been reading appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to Antony T.. She lived her life as a sad lesbian, ... by Orson In reply to Guyren G Howe. Same here. Andrea is the ... by Orson In reply to So Much For Subtlety. Disneyland opened in 1955. ... by dearieme In reply to mkt42. “I'd guess that most American students ... by dearieme In reply to dearieme. I'd guess that most American students ... by mkt42 Plus 10 more... Related Stories The Jennifer Burns Milton Friedman biography, and what should I ask her? That was then, this is now Happy Birthday Singapore!  ( 7 min )
  • Open

    Confusions about inference, prediction, and “probability of superiority”
    People sometimes confuse certainty about summary statistics with certainty about draws from the distributions they summarize. Saying that we are quite confident that the average outcome for one group is higher than the average for the other can be taken … Continue reading →  ( 18 min )
    Artificial intelligence and aesthetic judgment
    This is Jessica. In a new essay reflecting on how we get tempted to aestheticize generative AI, Ari Holtzman, Andrew, and I write:  Generative AIs are objects that produce creative outputs in the style of human expression. We argue that … Continue reading →  ( 12 min )
    DSGE and GPT3
    Pedro Franco sends in two items. The first relates to dynamic stochastic general equilibrium (DSGE) models in economics. Franco writes: Daniel McDonald and Cosma Shalizi take a standard DSGE (short-run, macro models) and subject them to some fairly simple and … Continue reading →  ( 21 min )
  • Open

    Use of R for Pharma in Rosario, Argentina
    Ivan Millanes from the R en Rosario recently talked to the R-Consortium. He shared the group’s vision to create an inclusive knowledge-sharing platform for a diverse R community in Rosario.... Continue reading: Use of R for Pharma in Rosario, Argentina  ( 11 min )
    What Do Tunisians Really Think About President Kais Saied?
    Robustness check: time of completion Gender Simulation Comparison: Univariate Vs. Regression This ... Continue reading: What Do Tunisians Really Think About President Kais Saied?  ( 29 min )
    R Esquisse: How to Explore Data in R Through a Tableau-like Drag-and-Drop Interface
    R Esquisse is an R package that provides an intuitive GUI for creating data visualizations using ggplot2. This package is particularly valuable for stakeholders seeking quick interactive analysis and insights gathering from data sources, whether they are new to R or prefer a more visual approach to creating plots. With ... Continue reading: R Esquisse: How to Explore Data in R Through a Tableau-like Drag-and-Drop Interface  ( 22 min )
    The Hitchhiker’s Guide to Econometrics with Available Code in R
    The book can be downloaded for free but you will need a Leanpub account, same if you buy it. Continue reading: The Hitchhiker’s Guide to Econometrics with Available Code in R  ( 7 min )
    Exploring the Power of the curve() Function in R
    Introduction Continue reading: Exploring the Power of the curve() Function in R  ( 12 min )
    Use R to explore the link between literacy and suicide in 1830s France
    Introduction ‘Happiness in intelligent people is the rarest thing I know’ A character in Ernest Hemingway’s novel “The Garden of Eden” Greetings, humanists, social and data scientists! In this lesson, we will learn how to evaluate the relat... Continue reading: Use R to explore the link between literacy and suicide in 1830s France  ( 17 min )
  • Open

    Tarzan the Untamed, by Edgar Rice Burroughs
    Tarzan embarks on a perilous journey through war-torn Africa to exact revenge against those who wronged him.  ( 2 min )
    The Moon Maid, by Edgar Rice Burroughs
    A young man travels to the moon with a group of companions and discovers that it’s inhabited; in subsequent centuries, reincarnations of the same man deal with an invasion of the Earth by the malevolent inhabitants of the Moon.  ( 2 min )
    Early Autumn, by Louis Bromfield
    An old money family in Massachusetts faces a rapidly changing environment after World War I.  ( 2 min )
  • Open

    I Tried 20 Backpacking Meals and While Some Were Gross Others Were Downright Delightful
    Lightweight, protein-packed, and brought to life with water, we found 10 backpacking meals that are truly good eats for camping adventures.
  • Open

    Some More Math Jokes
    * * * A math problem is the only place where a person buys 7744 watermelons for dinner, but no one knows why! * * * Today I saw a tweet from someone I knew in middle school. He tweeted, “I turned my life around 360 degrees!” Now do you see why it is important […]  ( 5 min )
  • Open

    Suggest a Post Topic
    I’m grateful that some of you are paying for this blog, and I want to show my gratitude to you. Supposedly only those of you who have paid should be able to comment on this post. So: please suggest t…
  • Open

    noteworthy.mix 08-16-23
    MacOS Tips and Tricks 📌 An assortment of macOS-related notes (and opinion) from the digital garden of Jake Bauer. Fly By (github)📌 “Sit back, relax and enjoy flying through undulating terrain.” (‘a procedual terrain generation experiment’) Modern Tools 📌 “What modern utilities should be a standard part of a modern unixy distro? Why?” Elstob (github)📌 “A variable font for medievalists” The Micropedia of Microaggressions 📌💡 ‘in the hopes that anyone can unlearn their bias’  ( 1 min )
  • Open

    Stan Carey on "greenlit"
    From Stan Carey at Sentence First, a lucid and deeply empirical dive into the question "Has ‘greenlit’ been greenlighted?". Stan explores a wide variety of relevant corpus data, both historical and otherwise, providing a lovely illustration of how accessible such resources have become. And at the end, one of his commenters points him to an […]  ( 8 min )
  • Open

    In India, a Spark of Hope for Detecting a Chronic Lung Disease
    Some 11 million factory workers in the nation’s largely unregulated industrial economy are at risk for silicosis, an incurable illness caused by inhaling silica dust. But a new test that screens for a biomarker in the blood, which indicates lung damage, may lower the barrier to diagnosis and treatment.  ( 17 min )
  • Open

    Ordinal Models for Paired Data
    Background Instead of continually teaching special case statistical tests, I prefer to teach general models that include tests as special cases. For the usual cross-sectional or longitudinal layouts this is quite standard. But for paired data, practitioners are not so used to seeing a model-based approach. For paired data from a bivariate normal distribution, or for within-pair differences having a normal distribution, the paired -test is a standard procedure. BBR discussed how easy it is to get the same answer as the paired -test using either an ordinary linear model blocking on subject or using a mixed effects model with random intercepts for subjects. That BBR section also shows some examples using ordinal regression. Note that ordinal regression works as well for continuous response va…  ( 17 min )
  • Open

    In Defense Of Describable Dating Preferences
    ...
  • Open

    Types of Solar Eclipse
    No content preview  ( 1 min )

  • Open

    The Wild History of Not Eating Meat
    In her debut book, No Meat Required: The Cultural History & Culinary Future of Plant-Based Eating, Alicia Kennedy has written a manifesto—but, crucially, not a diatribe. More than half a century after Diet for a Small Planet—Frances Moore Lappé’s influential work on the need to reduce animal consumption—Kennedy makes a case for radically rethinking the place of meat in our warming world. She has no intention of convincing all of her readers to go vegan or to adhere to the kind of moral puritanism with which the movement has often been wrongly associated. Instead, she takes an incisive look at the good, the bad, and the bizarre across the history of abstaining from meat, from religious sects to raw vegans, from toxic wellness culture to Silicon Valley–backed lab-grown meats. While she d…  ( 25 min )
    The Cave of Theopetra in Theopetra, Greece
    The prehistoric Cave of Theopetra, which is located only a little over two miles (four kilometers) away from Meteora, is indeed a very unique archeological site. Over the past few decades, it has revealed many of humankind's prehistoric origins in Greece. During excavations, archaeologists were able to find many burials, stone tools, pottery, animal bones, as well as the oldest known man-made structure on earth, officially dated to this day.  ( 13 min )
    Wisconsin's Long and Winding Road Has a Secret Past
    Every summer, thousands of tourists flock to Wisconsin’s Door County peninsula. Businesses shuttered throughout the winter and spring reopen to sell food and souvenirs as people explore the county’s cherry orchards and state parks. At Northport, at the tip of the peninsula, ferries run between the mainland and Washington Island, crossing a channel French sailors nicknamed Porte des Morts or “Death’s Door” for the large number of shipwrecks swept up in the currents. But right before arriving at Death’s Door, travelers are thrown for a curve—or fifteen to be more specific. An unusually twisty stretch of Highway 42, built in the early 1930s, has baffled visitors for decades. Who designed this surreal stretch of road? All clues would seem to point to the well-known Dutch-American landscape a…  ( 22 min )
    Hoo-Hoo Monument in Atlanta, Georgia
    The International Concatenated Order of Hoo-Hoo is a fraternal and service organization of people involved in the forests products industry. The organization was formed on January 21, 1892, in Gurdon, Arkansas by six men with connections to the lumber industry. The term "hoo hoo" referred to a lumberman. A monument in Atlanta's Piedmont Park commemorates the planting of trees by the Atlanta chapter of the Hoo Hoo Club.  ( 12 min )
    Britain’s Oldest Door in London, England
    A most amazing find just off of the main abbey, leading to the Chapter House. If not looking out for it, you might just pass it by. This door has seen so much history pass it by. This storied door in Westminster Abbey comprises five vertical oak planks held together with three horizontal battens and iron straps. Most unusually the battens are recessed into the planks so that the door is flush on both sides.  In 2005, the door was dated using a process known as dendrochronology. A study showed that the wood was felled after 1032 and the door itself was constructed sometime in the 1050s, during the reign of King Edward the Confessor. For its age, this door inspires us to look as good as we grow on in years. Don’t be among those who come for the famous crypts and then miss the door.  ( 13 min )
    Hveradalir Geothermal Area in Hellishelðivegur, Iceland
    A turnoff from the main road with a short walking path that showcases many of the unique geothermal features of the area including fumaroles, hot mud pools, small lagoons with characteristic blue water, rocks colored by sulfur, and signs describing the features.  ( 12 min )
    Vintage Lasers and Holograms in Tempe, Arizona
    Here you'll find a delightfully curious passion project: an assorted collection of 180 lasers and holograms, from the 1970s to the modern era. It's fascinating seeing how the technology evolved from a giant tube that was water-cooled to a small diode that can be bought for less than the price of a burrito. The owner, Bob Hess, is an active holographer and passionate about his craft. He has been working with lasers and making holograms since 1980.  ( 13 min )
    Statue of Fernando I in Florence, Italy
    The statue of Ferdinando I, astride his horse in Piazza Santissima Annunziata, is a familiar sight. But take a closer look at the base of the statue. On the bronze plaque at the rear of the statue is a curious circle of bees, all facing the queen in the center: the bees represent the state of Florence as an industrious community ruled by the grand duke.  The plaque has acquired a local legend. Some say that it is impossible to count the number of bees using only your eyes. Because of the irregular concentric arrangement, those who try will always lose count—said to be a deliberate trick on the part of the grand duke and the sculptor, Pietro Tacca, who finished the statue started by his teacher, Giambologna. (There are a total of 91 bees depicted on the plaque.)  ( 13 min )
    Marilyn Monroe Statue in Haugesund, Norway
    Through the snaking fjords of Norway, one will find the picturesque, modern town of Haugesund. It has many beautiful monuments, including a statue of the American actress Marilyn Monroe. You might ask, why is there a bronze Marilyn Monroe statue next to a canal in Haugesund? The town claims to be the actress's, who was born Norma Jeane Mortenson, ancestral home, as her father, a local baker, emigrated to the United States from Haugesund. The statue was unveiled in 1992, 30 years after her death in 1962. It depicts Monroe sitting down with her legs crossed, with one of her iconic high-heeled shoes laying next to her. She is wearing a neat dress, and is staring over her shoulder. It was created by Nils Aas, a famous Norwegian sculptor, who also designed a few of the Norwegian krone coins.  ( 12 min )
    1895 Exposition Steps in Atlanta, Georgia
    The granite steps and Lake Clara Meer in Piedmont Park are the only things that still remain from the 1895 Cotton States and International Exposition. The exposition lasted 15 weeks in September 1895 and saw nearly a million attendees. The exposition buildings were temporary structures that were taken down after the fair, but the stone balustrades scattered around the park once held steps leading to the major building built for the exposition. In 1909, the city of Atlanta wanted to transform the former fairgrounds into a park and enlisted the Olmsted Brothers, landscape architects (and sons of Frederick Law Olmsted, of Central Park fame), to design what would become Piedmont Park.  ( 13 min )
    Seoul Book Repository in Seoul, South Korea
    Established in 2019 by the Seoul Metropolitan Government, Seoul Book Repository is South Korea's first municipal secondhand bookstore. Housed in a renovated warehouse, the unique cultural center is home to tens of thousands of used books, including such rarities as independent publications, antiquarian books, and donations from celebrities, as well as a large number of English-language books. All were collected from 25 indie bookshops around Seoul. The shelves are organized by the sellers, each of them maintaining its own cataloging system, cloning a smaller-scale version of it within the microcosm of the repository. While its library-like selection of books is excellent on its own, not to mention photogenic with all the rainbows created by the colorful book spines, many of the visitors to the repository are after something else: Instagrammable photo opportunities. And it's no wonder, really. Inside the repository, row after row of iron-framed bookshelf arches form a stunning tunnel. At the end of it is a mirror, creating a much bigger illusion, a dreamscape for bibliophiles. The unique bookshop has also made an appearance in several K-dramas.  ( 13 min )
    Tahquamenon Falls in Paradise, Michigan
    Within the second-largest of Michigan's state parks resides the second-largest waterfall east of the Mississippi: Tahquamenon Falls. ("Tahquamenon" rhymes with "phenomenon.") The falls are actually a series—the largest of which, called the Upper Falls, stretches 200 feet wide and 48 feet high. Downriver of the Upper Falls you can find the Lower Falls, a series of five waterfalls cascading around a rowboat-accessible island. The falls were first made famous by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's "The Song of Hiawatha," in which the main character Hiawatha builds his canoe "by the rushing Tahquamenaw." Long before white men like Longfellow set eyes on the falls, however, it was long-used as a hunting and fishing site by the Ojibwa natives. Then, in the 1800s the river was used by loggers who used its current like a highway to transport timber harvested from deep in Michigan's upper peninsula to mills along the riverbank.  The trademark brown, cola-like color of the river is due to tannic acid absorbed from the surrounding cedar trees. Because of the color fo the water, this feature is known to some as "Root Beer Falls." More recently, the falls made an appearance on Sufjan Steven's 2003 album Greetings from Michigan: The Great Lake State in the form of a song title.  ( 13 min )
    Javier Javelina On a Tandem in Tucson, Arizona
    Tucson muralist Joe Pagac wanted to venture into art that was interactive and, literally, accessible to everyone. Using the ubiquitous javelina as a model, Joe placed one in the Captain's seat of a tandem waiting for his stoker. Folks love to pose on the rear saddle with Javier and will pet him for good luck on their rides. Located on the Rillito Loop Trail, at the intersection with the Mountain Avenue Bridge. After saying hola to Javier, you can relax at the nearby shops of St. Philips Plaza.  ( 12 min )
    Dinosaur Ridge in Morrison, Colorado
    Experience a journey through the ancient past, traversing 150 million years of history, to unearth the mysteries of the beasts that once roamed the very ground on which Dinosaur Ridge sits today. Over 250 dinosaur footprints await you, along with crocodile scratches, and other trace fossils belying the ancient ecosystem. Dinosaur Ridge offers visitors the chance to view and touch actual dinosaur tracks and dinosaur bones dating back to the Jurassic period. These tracks were first discovered in 1937 during the construction of the West Alameda Parkway. Clues to unlock the past come in all sorts of shapes and sizes along the 2-mile round-trip trail, culminating in one of the most significant dinosaur bone quarries in North America, where Stegosaurus was first identified, and important research is still ongoing. Interpretive tours are available (and recommended!) with expert guides. Dig into the prehistory of this geologic and paleontologic wonder. The park offers full guided walking and bus tours, as well as a self-guided audio tour.  ( 13 min )
    Meet the Algae and Other Microbes in Your Neighborhood
    It was the last night of a rainy, miserable week—a family vacation to North Carolina gone wrong—when I pulled off the road and parked beside a nondescript marsh. As another round of storm clouds approached, I walked onto a small wooden dock and filled a jar with water, shoving a few pieces of marsh grass inside. My expectations were low as I drove back to the rental house and started looking at the sample through my microscope. Then I screamed. The pieces of grass were coated with slimy brown film, and within it I saw a tiny, teardrop-shaped scaly cell wall with curved blue-green structures inside. These were the telltale signs of something even I, a microbiologist, had never expected to find in a random North Carolina swamp. Was this single-celled organism on the grass sample really Pau…  ( 21 min )
    Podcast: Texas Painted Churches
    Listen and subscribe on Stitcher, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all major podcast apps. In this episode of The Atlas Obscura Podcast, we visit a series of churches in Texas that look unassuming from the outside, but have some of the most intricately painted interiors. For one of our listeners, these churches mean home—religiously and culturally. Our podcast is an audio guide to the world’s wondrous, awe-inspiring, strange places. In under 15 minutes, we’ll take you to an incredible site, and along the way you’ll meet some fascinating people and hear their stories. Join us daily, Monday through Thursday, to explore a new wonder with cofounder Dylan Thuras and a neighborhood of Atlas Obscura reporters.  ( 13 min )
  • Open

    misty Grassy Bay [jatp]
    Visit the post for more.  ( 6 min )
  • Open

    What Makes A Successful Writer? A Special Kind Of Absence
    No content preview
    5 Years On: What I Learned About Self-Publishing
    Don’t rush the process. You have time to be excited later. Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »
    Your Questions Answered
    Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »
  • Open

    Safeguarding AI Is Up to Everyone
    The use of artificial intelligence is so varied and industry-specific, no one federal agency can manage it alone
    Why a Banyan Tree Damaged in the Maui Wildfire Was So Beloved
    This 150-year-old tree has been a cultural hub for Hawaii’s town of Lahaina for centuries
    Neuroscientists Re-create Pink Floyd Song from Listeners' Brain Activity
    Artificial intelligence has turned the brain’s electrical signals into somewhat garbled classic rock
    400-Year-Old 'Vampire Child' Was Buried with Their Foot Padlocked so They Wouldn't Rise from the Grave
    This child was buried 400 years ago in what is now Poland, face-down and with an iron padlock on their foot
    Deep-Sea Mining Could Begin Soon, Regulated or Not
    Mining the seafloor could boost global production of clean energy technology—and destroy the ocean in the process
    Wildfires Are Becoming Increasingly Devastating in Hawaii
    More traditional land use and better data dissemination could help to prevent future tragedies
    'Quantum Superchemistry' Observed for the First Time Ever
    A new type of chemistry performed at very cold temperatures on very small particles enables quick, precise reactions
    Kids Sued Montana over Climate Change and Won
    Climate activists say the ruling in favor of youth who sued Montana sends the signal that the courts can provide a “viable and powerful” strategy for battling climate change
    Narcissists, Dinosaurs, Deep-Sea Mining, and More
    The hottest stars, how AI learns and new vaccines for RSV
    How Sauropod Dinosaurs Became the Biggest Land Animals Again and Again
    New research hints at how sauropod dinosaurs got to be so gargantuan
    Why Just One Sleepless Night Makes People Emotionally Fragile
    Sleep loss dampens brain regions that help manage our emotions
    Americans Have Breathed More Wildfire Smoke in Eight Months Than in Entire Years
    Smoke from wildfires that have been exacerbated by climate change is complicating the picture of air pollution in the U.S.
    Mathematicians Discover Long-Sought 'Dedekind Number'
    Researchers have found the ninth “Dedekind number” after a 32-year-long search
  • Open

    9 Greek Recipes for Memorable Mediterranean Meals
    Honey, olive oil, cheese (!), and herbs, herbs, herbs are just a few of the compelling ingredients you'll find in these recipes.  ( 12 min )
  • Open

    Wisconsin lawmaker’s lawsuit threatens to put local news outlet under
    Plus: Duluth bans smoking marijuana in public places; behind Minneapolis’ apartment boom; Minneapolis for Many launches campaign to elect more progressive city council members; and more.  ( 8 min )
    Has Nevada banned Trump from the ballot?
    No. Nevada has not banned the former president from the 2024 ballot, because no candidate is as yet on the state’s ballot — formal candidate filing for the 2024 presidential election will not open until October.  ( 9 min )
    Has Wisconsin been decided by less than 1 percentage point in four of the last six presidential elections?
    Yes. The candidate who carried Wisconsin in the 2020, 2016, 2004 and 2000 presidential elections won the state by less than 1 percentage point.  ( 6 min )
    Has college tuition increased four times the rate of inflation since Ronald Reagan was president?
    No. Nationwide, college tuition has increased about three times as much as inflation since Ronald Reagan's presidency ended in January 1989.  ( 6 min )
    Biodegradable burial, paused for two years in Minnesota, is not new in America
    For most, simpler death care is about our connection to the wider web of life and our sense of responsibility to care for the entire creation.  ( 14 min )
    Kelly Lyn Mitchell named assistant commissioner of Community Services and Reentry at DOC
    As chair of the Minnesota Sentencing Guidelines Commission, Mitchell helped usher in policies like a five-year cap on probation for most felony offenses.  ( 18 min )
    New Alzheimer’s Drug Raises Hopes — Along With Questions
    At the Mayo Clinic in Minnesota, a new Alzheimer’s therapeutics clinic will carefully assess potential patients over three to four days and treat only people who live within a 100-mile radius.  ( 17 min )
    Reimagining the suburban corporate campus
    Hybrid work isn't going away, but many office leases are—so transformation is on every landlord's and tenant's mind.  ( 27 min )
    From Osaka to Minneapolis, Nishiuchi nurtures her love of flamenco
    The intimacy of Icehouse has fit the flamenco form nicely, Nishiuchi says. She performs there this Sunday with the Twin Cities Flamenco Collective and several guest artists.  ( 11 min )
    Sen. Tina Smith lauded as the rising star of Congress
    Plus: Man identified in weekend mass shooting; video of Kinbrae tornado; Target sales expecting a dip in second quarter due to Pride backlash; and more.  ( 6 min )
  • Open

    It takes two
    A lot of people are saying that the indictments of Donald Trump have had the perverse effect of increasing his support among Republicans--for example, in the New York Times, Rich Lowry says "it’s not that he’s winning despite the indictments; it’s almost as though he’s winning because of the indictments."  The main piece of evidence is that his lead in the polls about the Republican nomination have increased since about the time he started getting indicted (the first was on March 30).   But is that because he's become more popular, or because his leading opponent--Ron DeSantis--has become less popular?  I looked for polls asking people if they had a favorable or unfavorable view of Ron DeSantis.  The figure shows percent favorable minus percent unfavorable for all of the surveys that are available: It's hard to say what was happening through mid-2022, since three surveys taken within a few days of each other in July 2022 gave very different results.  However, if we start in September 2022, there's a clear pattern--first a rise until late 2022/early 2023, and then a decline.  The fact that the recent decline has been so steady suggests that it's not the result of any single factor.  Whatever the cause, it suggests that Trump's increasing lead may be because DeSantis is getting less popular, not because Trump is getting more popular.   These results are all from general national samples, not samples of Republicans.  I would limit it to Republicans if I could, but the breakdowns aren't available for most of the surveys.  However, it's safe to say that very few Democrats have ever had favorable views of him, so that the changes are almost entirely among Republicans and independents.    Of course, there are also surveys about favorable vs. unfavorable views of Trump--the reason I looked at DeSantis first is that there aren't as many about him, so it's a more manageable job.  I'll look at changes in approval of Trump in a future post. [Data from the Roper Center for Public Opinion Research]  ( 9 min )
  • Open

    Market depletion and the income of doctors
    Rural regions rule the doctor rankings: Alaska, Wyoming and Nebraska join the Dakotas in the top five states for physician pay, confounding the intuition hammered into our souls by more than a decade of covering economics. None of those are high-earning states overall, with the evergreen exception of Alaska. They’re also not high-cost: North and […] The post Market depletion and the income of doctors appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to asdf. My anecdotal observations are that there ... by RaywardWannaBe In reply to Etalon d’Silomar. Some do. And for others, ... by Cyrus In reply to Alex. “Doctors want to live in NYC, SF, etc.” ... by asdf In reply to the middle class. That’s your take-away? You ... by seegs In reply to Steve Sailer. I don't recall the specific numbers ... by Michael Stack Plus 10 more... Related Stories The economics of the UPS delivery deal Argentina update, canine Mastiff edition The WV Canary in the Coal Mine  ( 7 min )
    Tuesday assorted links
    1. Stuart Buck offers a partial history of meta-science. 2. Heidi Williams in WaPo on speeding up science funding. 3. Two economists from Argentina discuss the electoral results (in Spanish). 4. “Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates are buying up thousands of the high-performance Nvidia chips crucial for building artificial intelligence software, joining a […] The post Tuesday assorted links appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to M. Indeeeeeeed. This is true throughout labor ... by Formerly K In reply to mkt42. Too cold and personal mkt42. Be in ... by ged In reply to ged. that's right, whining mfr's, they've been ... by ged In reply to Reason. True, although looking at the current ... by M keep in mind that tyler & alex have provided this forum, 2 U, ... by ged Plus 10 more...  ( 6 min )
    What makes for a good Royal Navy senior officer?
    In most studies of talent, it is very difficult to get the top performers to respond or offer data.  This paper is a major exception to that general limitation: This paper assesses the impact of general intelligence, as well as specific personality traits, and aspects of motivation, on performance, potential, and advancement of senior leaders. […] The post What makes for a good Royal Navy senior officer? appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to BC. I bet the best question for predicting how ... by Steve Sailer In reply to steve. The Minnesota Multiphasic Inventory is ... by Steve Sailer In reply to Etalon d'Silomar. Right. The MMPI just asks more ... by Steve Sailer In reply to Defektor. Yes, in 2004 I documented that George ... by Steve Sailer the illusion of access satire/not satire (goldman/yale) I ... by Dr. jose X biden junios-alsatian, ph.d Plus 10 more... Related Stories The WV Canary in the Coal Mine Public school choice programs in Los Angeles The Root of the Problem  ( 7 min )
    The economics of the UPS delivery deal
    That is the topic of my latest Bloomberg column, here is the lead fact: By the end of the five-year deal that the United Parcel Service and its drivers just agreed to, full-time drivers will make about $170,000 a year, counting health-care coverage and other benefits. Sam Bowman, telephone!  And some further analysis: It is all too common […] The post The economics of the UPS delivery deal appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to Anti-Gnostic. It's telling how retrograde the MR ... by Slocum In reply to PHinton. Just to make this clear. Her ... by Zach In reply to blue jay. Its backbreaking work that is done a ... by Harun In reply to Pedro. Sounds like the deal that pilots get. That ... by Etalon d’Silomar In reply to Talent drain. Get that giant USG footprint out of ... by Anti-Gnostic Plus 10 more... Related Stories Argentina update, canine Mastiff edition The WV Canary in the Coal Mine The Jennifer Burns Milton Friedman biography, and what should I ask her?  ( 7 min )
  • Open

    Nostalgia
    I used to love math problems about weighing things. But then I got distracted by my own personal scale with its slowly rising numbers. However, having recently lost a few pounds, I want to get back to other scales! Puzzle. You have a balance scale that is broken in a consistent way: if you put […]  ( 5 min )
  • Open

    AI models are powerful, but are they biologically plausible?
    A new study bridging neuroscience and machine learning offers insights into the potential role of astrocytes in the human brain.  ( 10 min )
  • Open

    Who are you, Dragan Rodriguez? Fifteen studies have the same fake author, sleuth finds
    Talk about artificial intelligence. Fifteen studies published in various journals name a mysterious computer scientist as an author. The problem? He doesn’t seem to exist.  Dragan Rodriguez is listed as being affiliated with Case Western Reserve University, but an official at the Cleveland institution told a sleuth no one of that name has been associated … Continue reading Who are you, Dragan Rodriguez? Fifteen studies have the same fake author, sleuth finds  ( 9 min )
  • Open

    Polling without paying respondents: The tragedy—or, in this case, comedy—of the commons
    Mark Evanier is a great storyteller. Here’s his story from 2011 about the unpromising topic of cold-call marketing surveys: I [Evanier] don’t like salespersons or survey-takers who phone me. . . . I especially don’t want to answer questions from … Continue reading →  ( 17 min )
  • Open

    Bilingual wordplay on a Taipei sign
    From Tom Mazanac: I came across this sign on the subway recently: Tom explains: It's an ad for the waterpark (which my children love), but what struck me most was the bilingual wordplay in the middle: 夏天Want to 水, above which is written "1 2 3", which I think is supposed to sound like "want to […]  ( 7 min )
  • Open

    Comment on June 2023 version: potentially finalized content by Jonathan Sterling
    Hi Ravi and friends, Thanks for your interest in my Forest and related ideas! I sadly broke the link here, and now the correct URL is: https://www.jonmsterling.com/. (At some point I may figure out how to install redirects, but that is for another day.) Best wishes, Jon  ( 14 min )
  • Open

    Can a Simple Multi-Agent Model Replicate Complex Stock Market Behaviour?
    The stock market is one of the most complex systems we know about. Millions of intelligent, highly competitive people (and increasingly AIs) try to outwit each other to earn as much money as possible. In this post we build a simulation where little agents employ different trading strategies on an ... Continue reading: Can a Simple Multi-Agent Model Replicate Complex Stock Market Behaviour?  ( 16 min )
    Tidy Tuesday Twofer (32 and 33)
    Last week I played around with the TidyTuesday data on hot sauces, but I didn’t polish anything or write any text. This week’s TidyTuesday data concerns spam email. I’m going to cover them both in this blog post. Loading Libraries library(tidyverse) # who doesn't want to be ... Continue reading: Tidy Tuesday Twofer (32 and 33)  ( 32 min )
    Mapping for the Tombstone Project
    Project Overview Continue reading: Mapping for the Tombstone Project  ( 95 min )
    Solving Systems of Equations in R using the solve() Function
    Introduction Continue reading: Solving Systems of Equations in R using the solve() Function  ( 11 min )
  • Open

    8 and 24
    A talk on the numbers 8 and 24 is happening on 10:00 am -- 11:30 am Eastern Time, Thursday August 24, 2023.  ( 2 min )
  • Open

    8 and 24
    A talk on the numbers 8 and 24 is happening on 10:00 am -- 11:30 am Eastern Time, Thursday August 24, 2023.  ( 2 min )
    The convergence of an alternating series of Erdos, assuming the Hardy–Littlewood prime tuples conjecture
    I have just uploaded to the arXiv my paper “The convergence of an alternating series of Erdös, assuming the Hardy–Littlewood prime tuples conjecture“. This paper concerns an old problem of Erdös concerning whether the alternating series converges, where denotes the prime. The main result of this paper is that the answer to this question is […]  ( 17 min )
  • Open

    Texas Bats Face a Pandemic of Their Own
    Weeks before the Covid-19 pandemic swept into Texas, a biologist found a dead bat covered in a white fungus — the state’s first official case of white-nose syndrome. That year, reports of injured and dead bats skyrocketed. Now, scientists are on a mission to understand how many bats have been lost.  ( 15 min )
  • Open

    The convergence of an alternating series of Erdos, assuming the Hardy–Littlewood prime tuples conjecture
    I have just uploaded to the arXiv my paper “The convergence of an alternating series of Erdös, assuming the Hardy–Littlewood prime tuples conjecture“. This paper concerns an old problem of Erdös concerning whether the alternating series converges, where denotes the prime. The main result of this paper is that the answer to this question is […]  ( 17 min )
  • Open

    Smallest Loss That Compute Can Buy
    With Chris Alexiuk and Atul Dhingra The most expensive portion of model training today is GPU time. Given that, it is useful to ask what is the best way to spend the compute budget. More formally, the optimization problem is ... Read More »  ( 9 min )
  • Open

    NRL Predictions for Round 25
    Team Ratings for Round 25 The basic method is described on my Department home page. Here are the team ratings prior to this week’s games, along with the ratings at the start of the season. Current Rating Rating at Season Start Difference Panthers 13.27 12.99 0.30 Storm 8.66 11.21 -2.50 Broncos 6.22 -5.92 12.10 Cowboys […] NRL Predictions for Round 25 first appeared on Stats Chat.  ( 4 min )
    Bunnings NPC Predictions for Wednesday Game for Round 2
    Team Ratings for Wednesday Game for Round 2 The basic method is described on my Department home page. Here are the team ratings prior to this week’s games, along with the ratings at the start of the season. Current Rating Rating at Season Start Difference Canterbury 11.34 9.44 1.90 Wellington 9.54 8.72 0.80 North Harbour […] Bunnings NPC Predictions for Wednesday Game for Round 2 first appeared on Stats Chat.  ( 4 min )

  • Open

    Prince Rupert murals
    Visit the post for more.  ( 6 min )
  • Open

    The One Thing Creators Forget To Do
    And how it’ll help you create better content Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 8 min )
    It’s Easier to Ask For Free Money Than to Sell A Book
    Once somebody gives you free money, they won’t even take your book as a gift Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 8 min )
  • Open

    Weight-Loss Drug Also Protects against Heart Disease. What Happens Next?
    Clinical-trial data suggest that semaglutide, sold under the name Wegovy, slashed risk of heart attacks and other cardiovascular incidents in a trial
    Will Forests Stop Absorbing More Carbon Than They Emit?
    The U.S. Forest Service faces criticism for projecting that forests could become carbon emitters by 2070 instead of continuing as carbon sinks
    Racist COVID Claims Spread by RFK, Jr., and Other Demagogues Are Deadly
    False claims about racial susceptibility to COVID by Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., and others are dangerous and reveal a widespread misunderstanding of our shared vulnerability to disease
    In This Ancient Garden, Plants Can Cure or Kill You
    Apothecaries founded this famous garden—one of the most ancient botanical gardens in Europe—to teach their students which plants poison and which plants cure.
    The Superconductor Sensation Has Fizzled, and That's Fine
    The rise and fall of LK-99 offers a lesson on how to consider technology’s role in urgently needed energy transitions
    How Advocates Pushed Big Pharma to Cut Tuberculosis Drug Prices
    The world’s best TB drug was too expensive for sufferers—until advocates and a YouTube star changed almost everything
    Why Are COVID Rates Increasing in the Summer?
    COVID hospitalizations are slowly rising again this summer, causing scientists and clinicians to rethink if or when the disease will become a seasonal illness
  • Open

    Lawyers can foreclose on cancer researcher’s house for unpaid defamation suit bills, says judge
    A law firm that holds a mortgage on the house of Carlo Croce, a cancer researcher at The Ohio State University, may foreclose on the property, a judge has ruled.  Croce hired James E. Arnold and Associates to represent him in a libel case against the New York Times and a defamation case against David … Continue reading Lawyers can foreclose on cancer researcher’s house for unpaid defamation suit bills, says judge  ( 8 min )
  • Open

    $625,000/year to be in Minnesota’s top 1%
    Plus: Lowertown residents worry about crime and open drug use; wild rice harvest season opens Aug. 15; St. Paul native Laura Coates to anchor a new primetime show for CNN; and more.  ( 7 min )
    Was Minnesota one of the top states for COVID-19 deaths?
    No. States with the highest COVID-19 death rates in the years 2020 and 2021 include Alaska, Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, and California, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.  ( 6 min )
    The Children’s Preventorium of Ramsey County
    As its name suggests, the purpose of the preventorium was to prevent disease — in this case, tuberculosis.  ( 10 min )
    The story of Darryl Strawberry’s magical, improbable stint with the St. Paul Saints
    Strawberry quickly showed he could still hit, belting 18 homers and batting .435 with 39 RBI in 29 games for the Saints.  ( 26 min )
    Even with marijuana legalization, many workers are still subject to employment THC testing
    Jobs in transportation, public safety and those considered “safety sensitive” — think construction, manufacturing, others — still will be subject to THC testing requirements.  ( 31 min )
    Why e-bike companies are embracing recycling while fighting repair
    Fires are bringing additional scrutiny and regulation to e-bikes and are having an unexpected impact on conversations about the right to repair a bicycle.  ( 25 min )
    Soccer needs new rules to awaken interest
    Watching the U. S. Women’s team over the past two weeks competing in the World Cup, while trying to stay awake, was an excruciating exercise.  ( 15 min )
    1 dead, several injured in Minneapolis mass shooting
    Plus: Officer shot during pursuit; downtown Minneapolis continues to grow; Rep. Dean Phillips talks Biden, 2024 on Meet the Press; Allina doctors file to unionize; and more.  ( 9 min )
  • Open

    'Listen' in Umea, Sweden
    Inaugurated in 2019, the eye-catching artwork 'Listen' in the center of Umeå depicts a roaring muscular feline sitting atop an almost cage-like steel structure 10 feet (3 meters) above the ground. The animal sculpture, which has an open gap filled with golden bronze, is made of polyester composite with Mazda red lacquer on the surface. This permanent public installation symbolizes the Municipality of Umeå's official stance against sexual harassment. It's also the first monument in Sweden entirely dedicated to the social MeToo movement. While the formal name of the artwork is 'Listen,' locals call it "the MeToo cougar." The sculpture was created by Swedish artist Camilla Akraka (who is the sister to former Olympic athletics star Maria Akraka). She has described her installation as "conservative aesthetics of power that meets a story of liberation," referring not only to the MeToo awareness campaign but also to the monument's contrasts between the free organic feline and the traditional powerful material qualities such as steel, car paint, and gold. When the €50,000 artwork was erected, it faced opposition from some local politicians who argued that allocating funds for what they perceived as "political art" was wasteful, particularly in light of recent education budget cuts. Even some feminists expressed concerns over the monument, viewing the representation of a cougar as "objectifying" towards women. However, the artist defended her work, emphasizing that the animal sculpture was never intended to be species-specific.  ( 13 min )
    The Truth Behind Poland's 'Anti-Vampire' Graves
    In modern vampire lore, the process for becoming undead typically involves a darkly romantic setting, a fang-y bite, and a long, dramatic drink from the neck. But that’s the result of the last hundred years or so of vampire stories. In post-medieval Poland, undead evil was far more banal and less elegant; it was believed to possess the souls of those who had the misfortune to die early in epidemics, by suicide, or simply before being baptized. So when it came time to bury these poor souls, care was taken to ensure they would not provide an easy vessel for a malicious, supernatural force. In late July 2023, archaeologists working on a 17th-century cemetery outside the southeastern Polish village of Pień excavated the remains of a child who appeared to have been interred in the period's "a…  ( 18 min )
    Pritchard's Station in Nevada
    Nevada and the rest of the West were generally crisscrossed by stagecoach lines during the latter 19th century and even into the early 20th. It was a dusty, difficult, time-consuming, and an uncomfortable way to travel—but if there was no railroad, there were few alternatives. Many of these old lines were ephemeral, with little trace left today. Other routes are now followed by modern highways. In a surprising number of cases, however, the line persisted for a decade or more, but the route is still about as remote as it was back when the stages were thundering. Sometimes the original destinations became ghost towns. Sometimes the modern highway takes a route that was impractical in the old days, through being too steep for horse-drawn vehicles, or simply being too expensive for the resources at the time, as by requiring prohibitive amounts of excavation, or bridges that were beyond the state of engineering. Pritchard's station lies on one of these abandoned routes. It was on the Belmont-Tybo-Eureka stage line from the 1870s into the 1880s. It even had a post office briefly in 1874. The ruin consists of a sturdy building with stone block walls on the outside, the remnants of a wooden roof, and some dilapidated interior wooden walls. Although a few foundations, probably from stables and pens, also occur just north of the station, it now appears as an incongruous lone building out in the desert.  ( 14 min )
    Gyeongui Line Book Street in Seoul, South Korea
    Chaekgeori is a unique genre of still-life painting that flourished during the Joseon dynasty of Korea, especially under the reign of Emperor Jeongjo (1776-1800). Typically, it depicts bookshelves full of “books and things” (chaekgeori), a pleasant eye candy to bibliophiles of all ages. It was also a thematic inspiration behind the Gyeongui Line Book Street project in the Mapo district, intended to be a multipurpose cultural hub utilizing books to enrich people’s lives. Another inspiration was the Hongdae neighborhood surrounding it, an area with a high concentration of publishers in the past. The vibrant Book Street runs for nearly four miles along Gyeongui Line, on the disused railroad tracks converted into a scenic promenade. It’s home to fourteen bookshops specializing in different themes and genres, all housed in train-shaped booths. The promenade, a popular haunt among locals, also boasts a collection of book-themed public artworks, such as the statue of a girl standing on a library ladder and picking a book from the shelf. Hip, refined, and relatively peaceful, Book Street is an intellectual oasis in the metropolitan hubbub of Seoul, perfect for solo walks, cute dates, or simple biblio-shopping.  ( 13 min )
    Antonio Pasqualino International Puppet Museum of Palermo in Palermo, Italy
    The Association for the Conservation of Popular Traditions, founded by Antonio Pasqualino in 1995 who was a surgeon and anthropologist, established the International Puppet Museum in 1975.  Due to the changing economic and social landscape in Italy in the 1960s, many puppeteers abandoned their careers for something more lucrative. The association opened the museum with the goal of rejuvenating the puppetry scene in Sicily. The museum houses a wide range of puppets, including the largest and most complete collection of pupi from the Sicilian-based Opera dei Pupi, a  marionette theatrical representation of Frankish romantic poems that dates back to the early 1800s. Other exhibits include puppets from all parts of the globe, including Japan, Thailand, Congo, Java, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, and more. The museum also has frequent puppet shows.  ( 13 min )
    Addressing the Colonial Legacy of the World's Scientific Botanical Collections
    This story was originally published on The Conversation and appears here under a Creative Commons license. Some of the world’s most popular museums are natural history collections: Think of dinosaur fossils, gemstones and preserved animals. Herbaria – collections of pressed, dried plant specimens—are a less-known but important type of natural history collection. There are some 400 million botanical specimens stored across over 3,500 herbaria around the world, but most are not widely publicized and rarely host public exhibits. I study biodiversity and global change, and these collections have fueled my work. My collaborators and I have used herbarium collections to study how flowering times respond to changes in climate, how dispersal traits and environmental preferences affect the li…  ( 21 min )
    Podcast: Snake Island
    Listen and subscribe on Stitcher, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all major podcast apps. In this episode of The Atlas Obscura Podcast, we visit a tiny island off the coast of Brazil is known for being a dangerous place … purely because its primary inhabitants are, well, snakes. We speak to a researcher who’s seen it up close and says it’s time for this place to shed its daunting reputation. Our podcast is an audio guide to the world’s wondrous, awe-inspiring, strange places. In under 15 minutes, we’ll take you to an incredible site, and along the way you’ll meet some fascinating people and hear their stories. Join us daily, Monday through Thursday, to explore a new wonder with cofounder Dylan Thuras and a neighborhood of Atlas Obscura reporters.  ( 13 min )
    Puzzle Monday: Aw, Hell! Crossword
    This Atlas Obscura–themed crossword comes from independent crossword constructor Brendan Emmett Quigley. He has been a professional puzzlemaker since 1996, and his pieces have appeared in dozens of publications. He's also a member of the Boston Typewriter Orchestra. You can solve the puzzle below, or download it in .pdf or .puz. Note that the links in the clues will take you to Atlas Obscura pages that contain the answer. Happy solving!  ( 13 min )
  • Open

    Why Are Prices the Same?
    From https://www.walmart.com/tp/kellogg-cereals From https://www.walmart.com/browse/food/ice-cream/hagen-dazs/976759_976791_9551235_5459614/ Many times within a narrow product category like breakfast cereals, ice cream tubs, etc., the prices of different varieties within a brand are the same. The same pattern continues in many ice cream stores where you ... Read More »  ( 6 min )
  • Open

    Monday assorted links
    1. “Altogether, my analysis shows that political affiliation can help to predict outcomes in over 90% of circuit court cases.” 2. Who benefits from Ex-Im Bank aid? 3. David Brooks on why Americans have become so mean (Atlantic). 4. Martin Walser, RIP. 5. Vitalik Buterin on the Seen and Unseen podcast, run by Amit Varma […] The post Monday assorted links appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to Sure. I am very skeptical about these assertions ... by Steven In reply to JWatts. Who started it? by rsm In reply to blue jay. What does that have to do with me? by rsm In reply to rsm. “nonviolent” is a relative term and a ... by blue jay 3. Would we agree that mean people are generally unhappy? Given ... by Mike W Plus 10 more...  ( 6 min )
    Argentina update, canine Mastiff edition
    A far-right libertarian candidate won Argentina’s open presidential primary election on Sunday, a surprising showing for a politician who wants to adopt the U.S. dollar as Argentina’s official currency and embraces comparisons to Donald Trump. Javier Milei, 52, a congressman, economist and former television pundit, secured 30 percent of the vote with 96 percent of […] The post Argentina update, canine Mastiff edition appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to J. What if you print money for everyone faster ... by rsm In reply to EdR. Did Trump do more for basic income than Yang? by rsm In reply to Formerly K. Did Hayek think a minimum income ... by rsm In reply to Sure. This reminds me of “yeah our policies ... by Alexander Turok In reply to TomWinTejas. A fetus is not the same thing as a ... by Alexander Turok Plus 10 more... Related Stories The WV Canary in the Coal Mine The talks from the Civic Future conference on the Great Stagnation The Jennifer Burns Milton Friedman biography, and what should I ask her?  ( 7 min )
    The WV Canary in the Coal Mine
    West Virginia University has announced a preliminary plan to cut 7% of its faculty and 9% of its majors: Among the programs recommended for discontinuance, World Languages including all 32 faculty positions. WVU is also recommending the elimination of several programs in the College of Creative Arts, graduate programs in higher education administration and special […] The post The WV Canary in the Coal Mine appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to steve. I think a 3 year engineering degree would ... by Doug In reply to Mark Brophy. Sounds good. I don't know that ... by Doug In reply to steve. It would take redesign of the coursework, ... by cthulhu In reply to mkt42. Many Chinese-American parents ensure that ... by Beliavsky In reply to Alex. One of the students living in my college ... by mkt42 Plus 10 more... Related Stories The talks from the Civic Future conference on the Great Stagnation Video quiz on the supply curve Should we now expect a recession?  ( 7 min )
    Public school choice programs in Los Angeles
    Does a school district that expands school choice provide better outcomes for students than a neighborhood-based assignment system? This paper studies the Zones of Choice (ZOC) program, a school choice initiative of the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) that created small high school markets in some neighborhoods but left attendance-zone boundaries in place throughout […] The post Public school choice programs in Los Angeles appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to Etalon d’Silomar. “To probe at additional ... by NYSHLONSF In reply to Otto. If I understand you correctly, having ... by Vulcidian In reply to speaking of Milton Friedman. so Progress in ... by in 1955, In reply to Demosthenes. Instead of being snarky, how about ... by Batman In reply to Oldcurmudgeon. I too remember every other day on ... by correct Plus 10 more... Related Stories The WV Canary in the Coal Mine My very excellent Conversation with Paul Graham Video quiz on the supply curve  ( 7 min )
    Impact of major awards on the subsequent work of their recipients
    To characterize the impact of major research awards on recipients’ subsequent work, we studied Nobel Prize winners in Chemistry, Physiology or Medicine, and Physics and MacArthur Fellows working in scientific fields. Using a case-crossover design, we compared scientists’ citations, publications and citations-per-publication from work published in a 3-year pre-award period to their work published in […] The post Impact of major awards on the subsequent work of their recipients appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to Crusader. Whoever said regression to the mean? by Pshrnk In reply to dearieme. No. Obscure stuff, but not nutty or woo. by Frequent MR reader In reply to Frequent MR reader. Not Josephson, was it? by dearieme In reply to mkt42. Ah, but what the will actually said, in ... by dearieme I did my PhD under a hard science Nobel laureate. His research ... by Frequent MR reader Plus 10 more... Related Stories The Root of the Problem Unintended Geoengineering The power of the agenda setter  ( 7 min )
    The Jennifer Burns Milton Friedman biography, and what should I ask her?
    It is a wonderful book which I felt compelled to read in a single sitting on a long plane ride.  Full of surprises and revelations, and fascinating in its portrait of a rather catty and spiteful economics profession in earlier days.  And who knew that Aaron Director and Mark Rothko were good childhood friends?  Definitely […] The post The Jennifer Burns Milton Friedman biography, and what should I ask her? appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments My college friend and I had the wonderful opportunity to ... by lastexposfan Comparing today to, say, the 1970s, would Friedman have judged ... by Ian Fillmore History, as an academic discipline, is failing to attract ... by fallibilist In reply to Steve Sailer. If the LLM takes in MR, did this ... by Tom B In reply to Ragnar Danneskjold. The problem with Rand's ... by JMK Plus 10 more... Related Stories That was then, this is now Happy Birthday Singapore! Behavioral Economics and ChatGPT: From William Shakespeare to Elena Ferrante  ( 6 min )
  • Open

    Shorts from Scenes from Private Life, by Honoré de Balzac
    Short fiction from the “Scenes from Private Life” section of Balzac’s Human Comedy.  ( 3 min )
  • Open

    The new, enhanced / advanced quiet luxury language of pèihuò 配货
    "Pèihuò 配货" is not a new term to me.  I knew it quite a while ago as it is used in supply chain studies with the meaning of "distribution; prepare goods for delivery according to an order"), as in the expression "pèihuò zhōngxīn 配货中心" ("distribution center").  Now, though, it has morphed into something altogether different. […]  ( 10 min )
    DARPA/Dartmouth one/won …
    Despite the evidence of my most recent relevant post, the best current speech-to-text systems still make mistakes that a literate and informed human wouldn't. In this recent YouTube video on the history of robotics research, the automatic closed-captioning system renders "DARPA" as "Dartmouth": The audio is clear enough: Your browser does not support the audio […]  ( 8 min )
  • Open

    Ice Lovers, Rejoice—Our Favorite Nugget Ice Machine Is Nearly $115 Off
    It’s easy to use, makes crunchy, chewy pellet ice, and even features app control.  ( 11 min )
  • Open

    8 and 24
    On 8/24 I’m giving a talk about the numbers 8 and 24. • Two of my favorite numbers: 8 and 24 Abstract. The numbers 8 and 24 play special roles in mathematics. The number 8 is special because of Bott periodicity, the octonions and the E8 lattice, while 24 is special for many reasons, including […]  ( 7 min )
  • Open

    8 and 24
    On 8/24 I’m giving a talk about the numbers 8 and 24. • Two of my favorite numbers: 8 and 24 Abstract. The numbers 8 and 24 play special roles in mathematics. The number 8 is special because of Bott periodicity, the octonions and the E8 lattice, while 24 is special for many reasons, including […]  ( 7 min )
    Long-awaited Shtetl-Optimized Barbenheimer post! [warning: spoilers]
    I saw Oppenheimer three weeks ago, but I didn’t see Barbie until this past Friday. Now, my scheduled flight having been cancelled, I’m on multiple redeyes on my way to a workshop on Large Language Models at the Simons Institute in Berkeley, organized by my former adviser and quantum complexity theorist Umesh Vazirani (!). What […]  ( 15 min )
  • Open

    Plenty of causal claims have to be true, but . . .
    Kevin Lewis points to a research paper and writes, “I’m not sure how robust this is with just some generic survey controls. I’d like to see more of an exogenous assignment.” I replied: Nothing wrong with sharing such observational patterns. … Continue reading →  ( 19 min )
  • Open

    linkylove.diversions 08-14-23
    the uncolouring book perfect-freehand 📌 Flatdraw 📌 You Are Atlas 📌 UPiano 📌 🫠  ( 1 min )
  • Open

    Some Extremely Nice Things That People I Don’t Know Said About What Will Now Be My Next Book
    While not the best three-word phrase in the English language, “Offer of contract” is definitely in my personal top ten of email subject lines, especially when followed with: “I am delighted to let you know that the board were really excited by the proposal, finding it a compelling and innovative concept that could establish a […]  ( 12 min )
  • Open

    An Introduction to Bayesian A/B Testing in Stan, R, and Python workshop
    Join our workshop on Introduction to An Introduction to Bayesian A/B Testing in Stan, R, and Python, which is a part of our workshops for Ukraine series!  Here’s some more info:  Title: An Introduction to Bayesian A/B Testing in Stan, R, and Python Date: Thursday, September 14th, 18:00 – 20:00 ... Continue reading: An Introduction to Bayesian A/B Testing in Stan, R, and Python workshop  ( 11 min )
    The Journey of Bringing webR into Shiny: Boost Performance, Improve Scalability
    webR has been a trending topic ever since the release of webR 0.1.1 in March 2023. With the introduction of webR, developers can run R commands directly on top of their clients’ browsers. This eliminates the need for users to install R separately to run R scripts, allowing them to leverage their ... Continue reading: The Journey of Bringing webR into Shiny: Boost Performance, Improve Scalability  ( 26 min )
    The substring() function in R
    Introduction x is the character vector from which to extract the substring Continue reading: The substring() function in R  ( 10 min )
  • Open

    When Doctors Need Doctors: Lowering the Barriers to Seeking Help
    Can bipolar disorder explain a renowned psychiatrist’s criminal conviction for illegally selling oxycodone and other prescription drugs? Maybe, maybe not. But doctors, like anyone, can be afflicted with one form of mental illness or another, and all too often they ignore their own wellbeing.  ( 22 min )
  • Open

    Open Thread 289
    ...
  • Open

    Long-awaited Shtetl-Optimized Barbenheimer post! [warning: spoilers]
    I saw Oppenheimer three weeks ago, but I didn’t see Barbie until this past Friday. Now, my scheduled flight having been cancelled, I’m on multiple redeyes on my way to a workshop on Large Language Models at the Simons Institute in Berkeley, organized by my former adviser and quantum complexity theorist Umesh Vazirani (!). What […]  ( 15 min )
  • Open

    The Linking Number
    A link is defined as two closed curves in three-dimensional space. The first picture shows an example of a link with one yellow curve and one blue. The linking number is a simple numerical invariant of a link. Intuitively, it represents the number of times that each curve winds around the other. For example, if […]  ( 5 min )
  • Open

    Car Wash
    No content preview  ( 1 min )

  • Open

    a storm is coming [jatp]
    Visit the post for more.  ( 6 min )
  • Open

    Sunday assorted links
    1. Appropriating the sari? 2. Brad Setser on the Chinese economy. 3. The India revolution in chess.  And Bhagavad Gita chatbot. 4. How Karachi has been changing for women. 5. The American future is a mix of steady-state Woke and also this. 6. Henry Oliver on late bloomers. The post Sunday assorted links appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to Terry richards. “The implicit right wing ... by Dismalist In reply to Justin Chang. “… immediately after George ... by Calvin Hobbes In reply to Dismalist. The racket was baked in from the ... by Frank Wrench In reply to Faze. None of that RFK, etc. by Faze In reply to bazza. No! All natural. One of that RFK stuff for ... by Faze Plus 10 more...  ( 6 min )
    Diego on gas station drugs
    From my email: The average gas station is now packed to the brim with drugs. This place had a Whip-it stand near the checkout, that I imagine is for recreational nitrous oxide users rather than whipped cream enjoyers, as well as a massive selection of kratom. ‘Whippets’ can cause irreversible brain damage and kratom has opiate-like […] The post Diego on gas station drugs appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to Hadur. the much hyped healthier “substitution ... by Dr. jose X biden alsatian, ph.d In reply to rsm. Other people shouldn't have to finance your ... by Ira Gilligan In reply to rsm. Stoners learning the constellations? That's ... by blue jay In reply to Meck6. My experience is that “brand name” ... by blue jay In reply to dearieme. Was he high on the drugs when he wrote ... by rsm Plus 10 more... Related Stories The Impact of Vaccines and Behavior on U.S. Cumulative Deaths from COVID-19 Health Alert: Your Survival Odds May Increase When Surgeons Take a Break! Left Digit Bias in Medicine  ( 7 min )
    Doha travel notes
    Qatar is a greatly underrated tourist destination. The Museum of Islamic Art is one of the finest museums in the world, with a collection of unsurpassable quality, drawing on Islamic creations from as far away as Sumatra and the Philippines, as well as the more familiar Persian, Indian, Turkish, and Central Asian items.  The I.M. […] The post Doha travel notes appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to The truth is Tyler is a terrible example. I think ... by Bob Why are you wasting your time depending on your monthly salary ... by cafye In reply to Hoosier. There are also art museums that provide ... by mkt42 In reply to Hoosier. All great museums. Add the National ... by Susanna In reply to John. The Indian food there is great. by Mishkilji Plus 10 more... Related Stories How to eat well in Sri Lanka Sri Lanka travel notes My very excellent Conversation with Paul Graham  ( 8 min )
  • Open

    Language and politics: The use of English "OR" in Chinese official propaganda
    From the weibo of People's Daily  (Rénmín rìbào 人民日報): Here are all four pairs of questions separated by English "OR": 1. jūnshì àihàozhě ?OR jiāndié guāncháshào ? 军事爱好者? OR 间谍观察哨? "Military enthusiasts? OR Spy observation sentinel?" 2. wǎngluò jiāoyǒu ?OR wǎngluò gōulián ? 网络交友? OR 网络勾连? "Online dating / friend-making? OR Online colluding?" 3. xuéshù jiāoliú ?OR qièmì […]  ( 8 min )
    Elevator etiquette and rules (lots of 'em)
    On the inside (N.B.) doors of a lift in Wuhan (yes that [in]famous Wuhan): I will first romanize, transcribe, and translate all six of the signs, from top left to bottom right, then I will provide annotations and explanations: 1. yánjìn pāidǎ 严禁拍打 "slapping / swatting / flapping / patting / tapping / thwacking / beating / […]  ( 8 min )
    Irish accents
    "Lost in translation — navigating accents in a changing world" Joe Horgan, Irish Post (8/7/23) An engaging story: WHEN I first started associating with English people I had to translate when my father spoke to them. I’d grown up in a very large Irish community in an immigrant area in an English city and it […]  ( 10 min )
  • Open

    The 20 Best Heist Movies of All Time
    Heist films have been around since ever since the creation of film and cinema. Edwin S. Porter’s 1903 silent film The Great Train Robbery is the earliest example of heist films. George Fitzmaurice and Harry d’Abbadie d’Arrast’s 1930 pre-code film Raffles, was the first film that was able to be classed as a “heist” film, […]  ( 11 min )
  • Open

    Why Interpret Me?
    In a widely-used simple approximation, the world of thinking and writing is a world of specific arguments. Readers collect their opinions by combining the arguments of those they read/hear with arguments that they think of for themselves. In this approximation, the only reason to interpret a writer/speaker is to figure out what exactly are his or her arguments.
  • Open

    Testing GPT-4 with math plugins
    A couple nights ago Ernie Davis and I put out a paper entitled Testing GPT-4 on Wolfram Alpha and Code Interpreter plug-ins on math and science problems. Following on our DALL-E paper with Gary Marcus, this was another “adversarial collaboration” between me and Ernie. I’m on leave to work for OpenAI, and have been extremely […]  ( 14 min )
  • Open

    Testing GPT-4 with math plugins
    A couple nights ago Ernie Davis and I put out a paper entitled Testing GPT-4 on Wolfram Alpha and Code Interpreter plug-ins on math and science problems. Following on our DALL-E paper with Gary Marcus, this was another “adversarial collaboration” between me and Ernie. I’m on leave to work for OpenAI, and have been extremely […]  ( 14 min )
  • Open

    Blogging is “destroying the business model for quality”?
    I happened to come across this post from 2011 about a now-forgotten journalist who was upset that bloggers were “destroying the business model for quality” in writing by flooding the market with free and crappy content. It’s all so quaint. … Continue reading →  ( 15 min )
  • Open

    From TakeOut to TakeIn: The Savings Simulator
    Saving can be enjoyable! If you’re planning to cut down on takeout orders, why not use past data to simulate your savings? Let it inspire and motivate your future dining-in decisions! 👍 If you’re anything like me, you might often resort ... Continue reading: From TakeOut to TakeIn: The Savings Simulator  ( 14 min )

  • Open

    classic postcard [jatp]
    Visit the post for more.  ( 6 min )
  • Open

    classic postcard [jatp]
    Visit the post for more.  ( 6 min )
  • Open

    Comment on July 2023 version: content now complete, including index by Oliver Gray
    Yes, indeed, I've made much more progress with this version. Actually the proof of Krull's PI theorem pulled a lot of things together for me during a long walk yesterday, and among other things made me appreciate Nakayama a bit more. A very small typo in they proof at the top of p344: in the third line, you're using Exercise 12.3.B, not 12.3.4.1.  ( 11 min )
    Comment on July 2023 version: content now complete, including index by Oliver Gray
    In reply to ravivakil. Yes, indeed, I've made much more progress with this version. Actually the proof of Krull's PI theorem pulled a lot of things together for me during a long walk yesterday, and among other things made me appreciate Nakayama a bit more. A very small typo in they proof at the top of p344: in the third line, you're using Exercise 12.3.B, not 12.3.4.1.  ( 11 min )
  • Open

    Why is the Russian ruble now doing so poorly?
    And Russia has finally lost control of their currency. The Russian Ruble has officially hit triple digits vs the US Dollar. It is only going to get worse for Russia going forward. pic.twitter.com/Z8Q8libsMV — Jake Broe (@RealJakeBroe) August 11, 2023 The post Why is the Russian ruble now doing so poorly? appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to Bubba HoTep. Oil prices are set in dollars, ... by seegs In reply to OutHere. Brilliant! The Idiot's evaluation of the ... by Hemant Kumar So, the sanctions are finally going to work this time? by Pope Anus Because anyone who can will move rubles out of the country and ... by Evanston BT In reply to Bubba HoTep. Putting everything on black huh? ... by M Plus 10 more... Related Stories The talks from the Civic Future conference on the Great Stagnation Japan estimate of the day Fairfax County facts of the day  ( 6 min )
    The talks from the Civic Future conference on the Great Stagnation
    From my email, from Civic Future: We held our inaugural annual conference The Great Stagnation Summit 2023 last month at the University of Cambridge. Well, you can now watch and listen to videos of the panel discussions on our YouTube channel. We have also made the discussion transcripts available, which you can read using the links below or on the summit page. Progress: […] The post The talks from the Civic Future conference on the Great Stagnation appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to Zach. I mean you could just look at the data. All ... by Eh In reply to Bill. Also, massive government investment in ... by The Original D In reply to Zach. I have no idea what makes you think most ... by Eh In reply to The King of Texas. I hate you by Anonymous But we've had lots of innovation in tech, which has produced ... by rayward Plus 10 more... Related Stories Ken Rogoff on chess and AI Should we now expect a recession? Why is the Russian ruble now doing so poorly?  ( 7 min )
    Saturday assorted links
    1. How the theater needs to be reformed. 2. Revolutionary contagion. 3. Tim Harford on the successes of Freiburg (FT). 4. Dwarkesh Patel interviews Dario Amodei of Anthropic.  Video and transcript, Amodie is good at thinking like an economist. 5. Odd Lots interviews Paul Krugman, including on aliens, science fiction, and AI (Bloomberg). 6. Economic […] The post Saturday assorted links appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to Justin Chang. If they solve the problem, they'd ... by It's even worse with non-profits working on solving some problem In reply to Zach. I hear people say this all the time but I ... by Aging Lurker #6 if Sri Lanka started a proxy war for the US would there ... by rsm In reply to Carrie Sheffield. Does the universality of a ... by rsm 5. Odd Lots interviews Paul Krugman, including on aliens, ... by Chimela Caesar Plus 10 more...  ( 6 min )
    The Root of the Problem
    It’s almost like the government’s imposing its will on its residents,” Trayon White, the D.C. council member for Ward 8, said at the council’s June 6 legislative meeting. He wasn’t talking about a proposed highway, a subway station, a power plant, or—perish the thought—an apartment building…White said he was concerned about the potential risk to […] The post The Root of the Problem appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to PaulD. Or it had to do with nefarious Catholic ... by steve In reply to steve. TIL: The Web Archive converts images to ... by RAD In reply to anonprof. Do you believe that librarians don't ... by Bill In reply to Bill. Fake Bill at 13:45:11 He must think I am so ... by Bill In reply to Bill. Are you suggesting that parents should not ... by anonprof Plus 10 more... Related Stories Deregulating Oregon (from my email) Fairfax County facts of the day The power of the agenda setter  ( 6 min )
    Which countries will win the AI race?
    That is the topic of my latest Bloomberg column, and I mean this above and beyond whichever countries make and sell AI services.  Here is one bit: Broadly speaking, most economic endeavors fall into one of two categories: those with known routines, and new projects. AI will favor nations that excel at the latter and […] The post Which countries will win the AI race? appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to Larry Siegel. I don't think of the U.S. as the ... by Todd Kreider That said, AI makes many new projects easier to pull off by ... by Chimela Caesar “But there is a tension between free-flowing commercial AI ... by Inertial In reply to Larry Siegel. Agreed , the US is the best ... by sxb In reply to Larry Siegel. I agree it’s a murky question. A ... by Dave Plus 10 more... Related Stories Ken Rogoff on chess and AI That was then, this is now My very excellent Conversation with Paul Graham  ( 8 min )
  • Open

    Text orientation ambiguity
    Perhaps Victor can point us to an analogous ambiguity in Chinese poetico-political history: The source is this tweet. (oO this X?). Although I don't think I've seen it before, this pattern should be pretty common: BAD NAME1 NAME2 GOOD  ( 7 min )
    More on LLMs' current problem-solving abilities
    It's hard to keep up with the waves of hype and anti-hype in the LLM space these days. Here's something from a few weeks ago that I missed — Xiaoxuan Wang et al., "SciBench: Evaluating College-Level Scientific Problem-Solving Abilities of Large Language Models", arxiv.org 7/20/2023: Abstract: Recent advances in large language models (LLMs) have demonstrated […]  ( 8 min )
    Voilà!
    I've always been fond of this pretty, little word, but I seldom use it in my own speech (maybe once every five or ten years), because it seems too triumphant.  This morning, however, after a long, numerical list of steps that some colleagues and I need to take, followed by a conclusion we wished to […]  ( 9 min )
  • Open

    Little useless-useful R functions – Goldbach’s conjecture and Sieve of Sundaram
    This is fun 🙂 It is also O(MAX) complexity. But first some background. Since the problem is super old, we are not intending to solve it, merely to play with it. In the number theory of mathematics, the Goldbach’s conjecture…Read more › Continue reading: Little useless-useful R functions – Goldbach’s conjecture and Sieve of Sundaram  ( 10 min )
    Reproducible data science with Nix, part 4 — So long, {renv} and Docker, and thanks for all the fish
    For this blog post, I also made a youtube video that goes over roughly the same ideas, but the blog post is more detailed as I explain the contents of default.nix files, which I don't do in the video. Watch the video here. Continue reading: Reproducible data science with Nix, part 4 — So long, {renv} and Docker, and thanks for all the fish  ( 89 min )
  • Open

    open this on your phone - it’s fun!
    Water [roger] Pretty cool! 😎  ( 1 min )
  • Open

    NYT does some rewriting without attribution. I guess this is standard in journalism but it seems unethical to me.
    Palko points to this post by journalist Lindsay Jones, who writes: It’s flattering to see @nytimes rewrite my [Jones’s] feature on two Canadian men switched at birth. You can read the original, exclusively reported @globeandmail story I took months to … Continue reading →  ( 17 min )
  • Open

    Spice Up Your Stories With This Easy Improv Technique
    Or how to create four fantastic scenes from one starting point Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 8 min )
  • Open

    AI Causes Real Harm. Let's Focus on That over the End-of-Humanity Hype
    Effective regulation of AI needs grounded science that investigates real harms, not glorified press releases about existential risks
  • Open

    Weekend reads: How common is scientific fraud?; the quest to get a paper retracted; ‘so, is this fraud or what?’
    Would you consider a donation to support Weekend Reads, and our daily work? The week at Retraction Watch featured: Our list of retracted or withdrawn COVID-19 papers is up to more than 350. There are now 42,000 retractions in our database — which powers retraction alerts in Edifix, EndNote, LibKey, Papers, and Zotero. The Retraction Watch Hijacked Journal Checker now contains 200 titles. And have you … Continue reading Weekend reads: How common is scientific fraud?; the quest to get a paper retracted; ‘so, is this fraud or what?’  ( 8 min )
  • Open

    What is a metal-insulator transition?
    The recent excitement about the alleged high temperature superconductor "LK99" has introduced some in the public to the idea of a or insulator-metal transition (MIT/IMT).  For example, one strong candidate explanation for the sharp drop in resistance as a function of temperature is a drastic change in the electronic (and structural) properties of Cu2S at around 328 K, as reported .  metal-insulatorhere In condensed matter physics, a is usually defined as a material with an electrical conductivity that increases with decreasing temperature.  More technically, in a (macroscopic) metal it is possible to create an electronic excitation (moving some electron from one momentum to another, for example) at arbitrarily small energy cost.  A metal is said to have "gapless excitations" of the elect…  ( 11 min )

  • Open

    Golden dawn [jatp]
    Visit the post for more.  ( 6 min )
  • Open

    Golden dawn [jatp]
    Visit the post for more.  ( 6 min )
  • Open

    The state of speech-to-text
    …if you haven't noticed, is good. There are many applications, from conversing with Siri and Alexa and Google Assistant, to getting voicemail in textual form, to automatically generated subtitles, and so on. For linguists, one parochial (but important) application is accurate automatic transcription of speech corpora, and the example that motivates this post comes from […]  ( 11 min )
  • Open

    Your Book Review: The Weirdest People in the World
    Finalist #13 in the Book Review Contest
    Highlights From The Comments On Putin
    ...
  • Open

    People Think Writing Is the Most Outdated Creator, but They Are Wrong!
    “You write? Are there still people who read these days?” Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 8 min )
    Why Average Writing Skills Are All You Need
    Novelty trumps good writing Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 7 min )
    How To Make A Difference With Your Writing
    Sometimes the pen really is mightier than the sword Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 8 min )
    How Watching Stan Lee’s Documentary Helped Me to Improve My Writing
    I understood the key aspect I needed to focus on to connect with my readers.  ( 12 min )
  • Open

    AOC Gets on the Anti-FDA Bandwagon
    At least when it comes to suncreen. As long-time readers will know, I have been complaining about FDA over-regulation of sunscreen for a decade! Maybe now that AOC is on the case things will change. AOC’s sunscreen video is pretty good. One point she doesn’t stress is that requiring Americans to use more oily, less […] The post AOC Gets on the Anti-FDA Bandwagon appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to Zach. But never asks, “How are we different ... by seegs In reply to AlexD. I filled my suitcase with my favorite for ... by Patrick In reply to Cancelled for wongthink. And that's a totally ... by Zach In reply to Bob. Keep your femmy wittu fingers off my truck ... by Big Bob In reply to MikeP. I would be happy to submit our pandemic ... by Zach Plus 10 more... Related Stories The Impact of Vaccines and Behavior on U.S. Cumulative Deaths from COVID-19 Health Alert: Your Survival Odds May Increase When Surgeons Take a Break! Left Digit Bias in Medicine  ( 7 min )
    Ken Rogoff on chess and AI
    From an interview: Rogoff, who is also the Maurits C. Boas Chair of International Economics at Harvard University, doesn’t see artificial intelligence as bad for chess. “It’s actually made it more interesting so far,” he says. Having seen how fast AI evolved within the game, Rogoff predicts applications like ChatGPT will be unrecognizable in five […] The post Ken Rogoff on chess and AI appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to Dinwar. Didn't I see a Robert Downey Junior flick ... by So Much For Subtlety In reply to j mct. We don't know yet (and also unlikely we'll ... by higherkey In reply to Todd K. I think Deep-Blue AI is a red herring. ... by sxb In reply to sxb. Both are weak AI, though: “One of the ... by Todd K In reply to The marketing copy writes itself. Remember ... by Dinwar Plus 10 more... Related Stories On the negative correlation between price and restaurant quality That was then, this is now My very excellent Conversation with Paul Graham  ( 7 min )
    Friday assorted links
    1. “With a database of 33 929 individual observations, the findings show that Spaniards who left the country to settle in the Spanish territories were positively self-selected. Additionally, differences are observed in the human capital of those who chose to settle in Mexico, who had a higher level of numeracy, than those who chose Peru.”  […] The post Friday assorted links appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to sxb. If he does not mention how the data has been ... by So Much For Subtlety In reply to Ricardo. Sounds like. Not is. And Adams may have ... by So Much For Subtlety In reply to dearieme. Bolsonaro by EdR In reply to Hoosier. What is this “covid denial” of which ... by dearieme In reply to Agree H/S/M are the same, but why does left ... by Zach Plus 10 more...  ( 6 min )
    Deregulating Oregon (from my email)
    It is now legal to pump one’s own gas at gas stations in Oregon, making New Jersey the only US state where it’s not. (Article link.) The surprising part of the new Oregon law: The price must be identical for self-serve and attendant-pumped gas. Also, at least half the pumps must have an attendant. I’m no economist, […] The post Deregulating Oregon (from my email) appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to mkt42. Maybe you'll find that they disappear as ... by Ham In reply to Zach. I'm happy to accept that the very small ... by Matt In reply to Anti-Gnostic. “regular” means the lowest ... by Matt “takes about 4 minutes per service” This is a totally ... by PHG In reply to JWatts. Humans are replaceable aren’t they? ... by steve Plus 10 more... Related Stories Fairfax County facts of the day More on the Merger Guidelines Scrap AMC/KYC Laws  ( 7 min )
    On the negative correlation between price and restaurant quality
    From my email, from an anonymous reader: On your question of whether there’s a model for the apparent negative correlation between food quality and price: It is often observed that food quality and the “atmosphere” of a restaurant appear to be negatively correlated. (As I’m sure Taleb points out somewhere, they are not actually negatively correlated, but only appear so […] The post On the negative correlation between price and restaurant quality appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to William of LA. I am the original poster, and I am ... by OP In reply to Jsb (Andreas). Because the place on Madison you ... by Jsb (Andreas) In reply to It's bimodal. Are you vegan? by Jsb (Andreas) In reply to peri. Just copy and paste this post over there. ... by kwazii In reply to Maybe a matter of taste…. I guess it comes down ... by Terry richards Plus 10 more... Related Stories Ken Rogoff on chess and AI Video quiz on the supply curve Should we now expect a recession?  ( 7 min )
  • Open

    The Rise of Silas Lapham, by William Dean Howells
    A self-made man in the Gilded Age struggles to do what’s right when his business is in danger and his family faces an uncertain future.  ( 2 min )
  • Open

    Why elder financial abuse goes unreported
    NAPSA reports financial abuse of elders is costing older Americans and their families billions every year, though occurrences are thought to be grossly underestimated.
    A dent in this Minnesota drought with storms on the way?
    Plus: Marshall man missing after going on solo camping trip; Blandin and Teamsters reach tentative agreement; channel between Minneapolis lakes to reopen soon; Minnesota's teen trans youth advocate; and more.
    Does Iowa have higher reading and math scores, on average, than Minnesota?
    No. On average over the last decade, Minnesota’s scores for fourth and eighth grade math and reading on the National Assessment of Educational Progress have been slightly higher than Iowa’s.
    Is Minnesota among the most expensive states for child care?
    Yes. Minnesota is ranked fourth for day care costs, following the District of Columbia, Massachusetts and California, according to the Economic Policy Institute.
    Does Wisconsin’s constitution ‘clearly’ say the Wisconsin Supreme Court chief justice administers the Supreme Court?
    No. Wisconsin’s constitution says: “The chief justice of the Supreme Court shall be the administrative head of the judicial system and shall exercise this administrative authority," but adds "pursuant to procedures adopted by the Supreme Court.”
    What’s behind the addiction in Minneapolis’ drug epidemic?
    Community needs and challenges in the fight against opioid addiction.
    D.C. Memo: Latest inflation news good, especially in Twin Cities
    Plus: CDC concerned about an uptick of COVID hospitalizations.
    From Minnesota to Mexico and back: How Todd Clouser kept the Lakeside Guitar Festival alive
    At this weekend’s festival, more than 15 acts offering a diverse range of styles, demographics and cultural backgrounds will grace three stages around the Pavilion free of charge, including headliners Charlie Parr on Friday and Marc Ribot on Saturday on the Pavilion stage.
    Lesser-known Districts of Minneapolis, or, where to find clusters of karaoke, ramen and closed Canada-themed bars
    Now that I’ve sketched out a “patio district” on St. Paul’s Selby Avenue, let’s dive a little deeper into exploring parts of town that, for one reason or another, have accumulated more than their fair share of a certain type of shop.
    The bottom line is a circle: Reflections on the pandemic
    If the pandemic has taught us anything, hasn’t it taught us that it’s in our best interests that others are doing well?
  • Open

    Carbon Capture Projects Get $1 Billion in New Federal Funding
    This first-of-its-kind federal funding is meant to jump-start a new industry that can siphon climate pollution from the air
    How Wildfires Kill People
    The deadly wildfire in Lahaina, Hawaii, has killed dozens of people so far. Here’s how fires threaten human health
    Russia Launches First Moon Mission after Half-Century Hiatus
    The Luna 25 spacecraft will attempt to land at the lunar south pole for the first time in a hunt for valuable water ice
    Earendel, the Most Distant Known Star, Reveals Its Secrets to JWST
    A new view of a record-shattering distant star shows it to be twice as hot as our sun, and likely accompanied by a stellar companion
    Is Climate Change Causing More Record-Breaking Hail?
    Enormous hailstones raise the question of whether global warming will intensify hailstorms
    Perseid Meteor Shower Peaks This Weekend in a Stargazing Must-See
    All you need to see one of the year’s best meteor showers is a clear, dark sky—and patience
  • Open

    Author of paper on COVID-19 and jade amulets sues employer for ‘mental anguish,’ discrimination
    A professor at the University of Pittsburgh is suing the institution and two administrators, alleging they discriminated against him because he is Black.   The researcher, Moses Bility, an assistant professor of infectious diseases and microbiology in the university’s School of Public Health, alleges the school’s response to a 2020 paper he published and later withdrew … Continue reading Author of paper on COVID-19 and jade amulets sues employer for ‘mental anguish,’ discrimination  ( 11 min )
  • Open

    20 Basil Recipes to Use Up Your Summer Bounty
    Got basil plants that just won't quit? Here are all the recipes you need—for main dishes, salads, dessert, and drinks—to put them to use.  ( 17 min )
  • Open

    Kiyotsu Gorge 'Tunnel of Light' in Tokamachi, Japan
    The Kiyotsu Gorge has been appreciated as a site of natural beauty for many decades, but its popularity is only a recent development, thanks to an art installation that turned its panorama into a fantastical vista into another world. The pedestrian tunnel was constructed in 1996 to respond to the demand of locals and tourists who wished to see the Gorge better, as the hiking route had been closed off due to a lethal rockfall accident in 1988. The tunnel stretches on for about half a mile, with three observation points midway and the "panorama station" at the end. Described by some as "nothing but a boring tourist trap," the tunnel's popularity kept going downhill, the number of visitors steadily decreasing over the years. In 2018, however, it was chosen as one of the hundred-odd locations hosting the triennial Echigo-Tsumari art festival, with Chinese architect Ma Yansong of MAD Architects fame in charge of its artistic makeover. The permanent art installation, "Tunnel of Light," is nothing excessive that gets in the way of the panorama, but compliments the outstanding nature. Consisting of stainless steel walls and a thinly flooded floor, it creates a dreamlike reflection of the mountains beyond. Thanks to this Instagram-perfect feature, the number of visitors to the Kiyotsu Gorge more than quadrupled after the tunnel was revamped. Though not as widely known internationally yet, it may be just a matter of time until it becomes one of the top tourist attractions in Japan.  ( 13 min )
    Crystal Mine in Verdi, California
    Quartz, silicon dioxide (SiO2) is one of the most common minerals in the Earth's crust, and occurrences of massive quartz (so-called "bull quartz," in miners' jargon) are common. They are distinctive, the white quartz typically standing out prominently from the background of ordinary rock, and bull quartz also sometimes hosts valuable mineral deposits. The gold in the hard-rock mines of the Mother Lode on the west slope of the Sierra Nevada, for example, typically occurs in quartz. So, when this large quartz deposit was discovered not long after the Gold Rush, the prospectors thought they'd discovered a bonanza, and the town of Crystal was laid out in 1864. However, the quartz proved to be barren. For a couple of years, a sawmill in Crystal cut timber for the construction of the Transcontinental Railroad a few miles south, but after the railroad bypassed the settlement, Crystal rapidly withered. Most people and businesses relocated to the new railroad town of Verdi, in Nevada, just east of the California state line. During World War II, some quartz for high-performance electronics was quarried, but the quarry has since reverted to public land now administered by the US Forest Service.  ( 14 min )
    What Do King Charles III, the Pope, and the Canadian Inuit Have in Common?
    Old McDonald had a farm. The company managed by his descendants is now the 14th-largest private landowner in the world. Hold your ee-i-ee-i-o’s: This is not the farmer of nursery rhyme fame. That apocryphal MacDonald probably was inserted into a traditional folk song in early 20th-century America. These McDonalds (without the interstitial "a") have been farming in Australia since 1827, when the first cattle were shipped to Tasmania. A Cattle Empire In 1947, Jim McDonald purchased Brightlands Station, a vast ranch in the state of Queensland. In the decades since, the family has kept adding land nearby to “drought-proof” their cattle operation. After seven generations and 190 years, the McDonald family estate, now operating as MDH Proprietary Limited, owns 150,000 head of cattle across…  ( 22 min )
    Butrint National Park in Butrint, Albania
    Butrint, located on the southern coast of Albania, is an ancient city that boasts a rich history and a unique blend of influences from various civilizations throughout the Mediterranean area. The site was first settled by the Greeks in the 7th century BCE and then became part of the Roman Empire in the 2nd century BCE. Over the centuries, Butrint was also influenced by the Byzantines, Venetians, and Ottomans. This mix of civilizations and diverse types of architecture makes Butrint an exceptional archaeological site, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1992. What's truly special about Butrint is its well-preserved state, allowing visitors to witness the layers of history that have shaped the city. From temples, basilicas, and theaters to defensive walls and castles, there is a rich array of structures to explore. The ancient theater, which dates back to the 3rd century BCE, stands out particularly showcasing the fusion of Greek and Roman architectural styles. Moreover, Butrint is not just a historical marvel, but also an ecological treasure. The hilly landscape within a protected area on the edge of Lake Butrint and the Vivari Channel makes it a significant habitat for various bird species and other wildlife. Visitors who want to combine archaeological exploration with nature walks can find great opportunities in this national park, which covers almost 9,500 hectares.  ( 13 min )
    6 Winding Tales of Epic Road Trips
    Summer in the United States means it's time to hit the road in search of adventure, so we navigated the Atlas Obscura archive to find the best road trips stories, from the very first car journey from coast to coast 120 years ago, to the fastest ever (25 hours and 39 minutes) to one of the worst in history. And then there's all the unexpected sites you'll see along the way. Keep an eye out for a 6o-ton buffalo, a gun-toting shrimp, and a plaster squirrel named Pearl. Buckle up! Is This the End of the Cannonball Run? by Vince Guerrieri For a century, a “fraternity of lunatics”—inspired by a driving pioneer and a 1980s movie—has raced across the United States: the so-called Cannonball Run. In 2020, drivers Arne Toman and Doug Tabbutt piloted a silver Audi A6 from New York City to Redond…  ( 18 min )
    Andark Lake in Swanwick, England
    Andark was originally formed in 1976 as a commercial diving business in Southampton, England.  Andark divers would work on everything from surveying ship hulls to underwater construction. In 1980, the company diversified and started a scuba diver training program. In 2011, the business expanded yet again. On the high ground behind Andark, a small yet deep lake was constructed. This bowl-shaped lake, known as Andark Lake, became one of Europe's first purpose-built scuba diving lakes. Today, Andark Lake is still one of England's biggest leisure diving schools. Today, the area surrounding the lake is a nature reserve. Andark Lake employees work to make sure the lake doesn't have a negative impact on local wildlife, even ensuring the water is filtered naturally through reeds and weeds. The lake is also used for open water swimming (including ice swimming in the winter), camping, and the very rare helicopter landing spot. The lake hosts a small shop and cafe, it is a nice tranquil spot to relax and enjoy a sunny day. The shop keeps a file about what wildlife can be seen at the lake, which nature enthusiasts can request to see.  ( 13 min )
  • Open

    At Amplitudes 2023 at CERN
    I’m at the big yearly conference of my sub-field this week, called Amplitudes. This year, surprisingly for the first time, it’s at the very appropriate location of CERN. Amplitudes keeps on growing. In 2019, we had 175 participants. We were on Zoom in 2020 and 2021, with many more participants, but that probably shouldn’t count. […]  ( 10 min )
    Agent-Based Models (Part 2)
    Some news! Nathaniel Osgood, Evan Patterson, Kris Brown, Xiaoyan Li, Sean Wu, William Waites and I are going to work together at the International Centre for Mathematical Sciences for six weeks starting on May 1st, 2024. We're going to...  ( 7 min )
    Modes (Part 7)
    If you start at any note of the piano and keep going up fifths until you’ve got a total of 7 notes, you get the Lydian mode. I explained this last time. Above I show how it works starting with the note C. If we take these 7 notes and list them in increasing order […]  ( 11 min )
  • Open

    The 10 Best Movies Directed By William Friedkin
    It’s hard to say something about William Friedkin that hasn’t been said. One of the greatest filmmakers emerging from the New Hollywood movement. James Gray once called him “The greatest living filmmaker of America”. He came from the world of documentaries and found a way to mix his documentary-style naturalism sensibilities with blockbuster entertainment, delivering […]  ( 9 min )
  • Open

    Claims of election manipulation in the 2019 Indian election
    Two people pointed me to a study claiming fraud in the 2019 Indian election by the Bharatiya Janata Party, the current governing party of the country, and they also pointed me to criticisms of that study. As a complete outsider … Continue reading →  ( 12 min )
  • Open

    Agent-Based Models (Part 2)
    Some news! Nathaniel Osgood, Evan Patterson, Kris Brown, Xiaoyan Li, Sean Wu, William Waites and I are going to work together at the International Centre for Mathematical Sciences for six weeks starting on May 1st, 2024. We're going to...  ( 7 min )
  • Open

    linkylove 08-11-23
    The Life and Death of an Internet Onion. BinaryDigit ⬌ B’s Cafe Pablo Morales - cinnabar rain - ⇾ ddbentl headquarters  ( 1 min )
  • Open

    Modes (Part 7)
    If you start at any note of the piano and keep going up fifths until you’ve got a total of 7 notes, you get the Lydian mode. I explained this last time. Above I show how it works starting with the note C. If we take these 7 notes and list them in increasing order […]  ( 11 min )
  • Open

    Book Review: A Simple Memoir in Praise of Complex Science
    Nobel prize winner Giorgio Parisi’s new book, “In a Flight of Starlings,” makes the case that science’s struggle to understand and master the universe’s complexity, and to communicate it to an ever-more skeptical public, holds the key to humanity’s future well-being. But Parisi is nothing if not optimistic.  ( 13 min )
  • Open

    The Hitchhiker’s Guide to Econometrics: Based on the famous R programming language
    This release is the first draft for chapters 1 and 2 of The Hitchhiker’s Guide to Econometrics. Continue reading: The Hitchhiker’s Guide to Econometrics: Based on the famous R programming language  ( 7 min )
    pmax() and pmin(): Finding the Parallel Maximum and Minimum in R
    Introduction Continue reading: pmax() and pmin(): Finding the Parallel Maximum and Minimum in R  ( 9 min )
  • Open

    Perseids Pronunciation
    No content preview  ( 1 min )

  • Open

    Ta Mother Noodle
    Sign on a noodle shop in Xindan, Taiwan: (Via Google Street View) Mark Swofford has written a nice post about this on Pinyin News:  "Mother-effing noodles". As anyone who has studied more than a few months of Chinese or is a regular Language Log reader knows, "his mother's" (tāmā de) is China's "national swear" (see […]  ( 7 min )
    Chinese and Japanese Terms for Food Textures
    Catching up on some oldish e-mail, I came upon this interesting one from Francois Lang dated 5/9/23: According to an article in yesterday's NYT, "A 2008 report in the Journal of Texture Studies lists 144 Chinese terms for food texture".   The NYT article also says "In Japan, such terms number more than 400. 'Too […]  ( 8 min )
    PIE *gene- *gwen-
    I asked several Indo-Europeanist colleagues: In Hittite, Tocharian, Indo-Iranian (Indic and Persian), Greek, Albanian, Germanic, Armenian, Celtic, Anatolian, Italic, Lithuanian, Balto-Slavic, Macedonian, Phrygian, and other IE languages, do you ever find reflexes (derivatives) of these two PIE roots in close association / linkage with each other? PIE root *gene- "give birth, beget," with derivatives referring […]  ( 10 min )
  • Open

    wood and orphan bears
    On the trail to Burgess Pass,we passed this wooden structure that had something bearish in it (at least in my short-sighted view!). And the day after, saw this 21 year old grizzly bear in an orphan bear refuge where he had spent most of his life after his mother was killed by a hunter. Magnificent […]  ( 7 min )
  • Open

    Caltech’s Ginsburg Center
    Editor’s note: On 10 August 2023, Caltech celebrated the groundbreaking for the Dr. Allen and Charlotte Ginsburg Center for Quantum Precision Measurement, which will open in 2025. At a lunch following the ceremony, John Preskill made these remarks. Hello everyone. … Continue reading →  ( 12 min )
  • Open

    The Organized Writer: The Benefits of Making a ‘Submission Spreadsheet’
    How to make and use a spreadsheet to manage simultaneous submissions, know your acceptance rates, and more Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 8 min )
    My Ultimate Weapon Against Writer’s Block — The 5Ws Technique
    How I crushed writer’s block using a tip learned from TikTok and why it works so well  ( 14 min )
    5 Powerful Journaling Practices to Reclaim Yourself Back
    So, you can elevate your writing to a higher level of benefits Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 8 min )
    Saving Frequently Isn’t The Only Way To Backup Your Writing
    Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 7 min )
  • Open

    Twin Cities inflation rate slows to 1% over past year
    Plus: A heartbreaking PiPress obituary; St. Paul mayor unveils budget proposal; people of Reddit help man find lost Honda; long behind the wheel wait times; Walz tries an "Iowa Twinkie;" and more.  ( 7 min )
    As fentanyl overdose deaths surge in Minneapolis, some advocates say the city isn’t acting fast enough
    Fatal opioid overdoses in the city increased by 130% from 2017 to 2021.  ( 29 min )
    Pro-Israel PAC pushing Minneapolis Councilwoman LaTrisha Vetaw to challenge Ilhan Omar
    AIPAC appears to be aggressively recruiting candidates to challenge Democrats who boycotted Israeli President Issac Herzog’s speech to a joint session of Congress.  ( 12 min )
    Workers can’t find housing in Greater Minnesota. Will an extra $40 million from the Legislature help?
    Across Greater Minnesota, many cities and towns face a lack of housing and struggle to boost inventory to meet demand for homes. That is what inspired DFL lawmakers to expand a state program that subsidizes ‘workforce housing’ in Greater Minnesota.  ( 26 min )
    ‘Do not underestimate the ruthlessness’: White House takes on K-12 school cybersecurity threat at first-ever summit
    “If we want to safeguard our children’s futures, we must protect their personal data,” First Lady Jill Biden said.  ( 14 min )
    Has the number of police officers in Minneapolis declined by more than a third in recent years?
    Yes. The Department of Justice reported that as of May 2023, there were 585 sworn officers in the Minneapolis Police Department compared to a force of 892 in 2018, a decline of about 34%.  ( 7 min )
    How Minneapolis’ Uber and Lyft drivers feel about the city’s proposed minimum pay ordinance
    One driver advocacy group is pushing for a city ordinance to boost pay, similar to a statewide bill that was vetoed. Another wants a statewide task force to make recommendations first.  ( 20 min )
    Weekend Picks: Lakeside Guitar Festival, IndiaFest, and a folk opera
    Plus: An evening of Sona Jobarteh on the kora; Steve Kenny Quintet Coltrane Show; and a new St. Paul art gallery.  ( 13 min )
    Florida’s SB 1718 does not provide solutions
    With the advent of SB 1718, all that is being accomplished is giving more power to the hate movement by feeding the anti-immigrant spirit.  ( 7 min )
    MPD investigating shooting death of north Minneapolis woman outside home
    Plus: Latino jazz pioneer Francisco Rangel dies; Yellow Corp bankruptcy impacts Minnesotans; mom calls for change following treatment of special needs son; and more.  ( 7 min )
  • Open

    That was then, this is now (sacred robot edition)
    From the Amazon summary of the forthcoming book Miracles and Machines: A Sixteenth-Century Automaton and Its Legend by Elizabeth King and W. David Todd: An abundantly illustrated narrative that draws from the history of art, science, technology, artificial intelligence, psychology, religion, and conservation in telling the extraordinary story of a Renaissance robot that prays. This […] The post That was then, this is now (sacred robot edition) appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to Anti-Gnostic. Human beings are often good at ... by Ai matey “Elizabeth King”: did her parents name her that because it ... by dearieme Here it is in action: https://youtu.be/jiVKnlXcDDg by Mort Dubois In reply to sxb. This is the same Catholic Church that is ... by Cancelled for wongthink In reply to Rich Berger. Clearly, foretelling the evolution ... by Anti-Gnostic Plus 10 more... Related Stories Behavioral Economics and ChatGPT: From William Shakespeare to Elena Ferrante Happy Birthday Singapore! Victory City  ( 7 min )
    That was then, this is now
    From the Amazon summary of the forthcoming book Miracles and Machines: A Sixteenth-Century Automaton and Its Legend by Elizabeth King and W. David Todd: An abundantly illustrated narrative that draws from the history of art, science, technology, artificial intelligence, psychology, religion, and conservation in telling the extraordinary story of a Renaissance robot that prays. This […] The post That was then, this is now appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments Meanwhile, some seventeen-hundred years earlier, near the ... by Edward Burke In reply to mkt42. So when we talk about art, or ... by Equestrian Tyler is going to like the Freddy Fazbear movie. by Tom T. that was then this is now -hip hop edition -the ... by yo are all straussians now In reply to Rich Berger. Obviously the beginnings of AI! 🙂 by Dismalist Plus 8 more... Related Stories Behavioral Economics and ChatGPT: From William Shakespeare to Elena Ferrante Happy Birthday Singapore! Victory City  ( 7 min )
    Thursday assorted links
    1. Salim Furth on congestion pricing. 2. How good are LLMs at generating business ideas? 3. Evidence that crypto has right-wing mood affiliation. 4. “The snake wrapped itself around her arm and began striking her face as the bird sunk its talons deep into her flesh.” 5. Brazil’s northern cities are de-urbanizing (FT). 6. Rodriguez, […] The post Thursday assorted links appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to Andy Marksyst. I'm skipping the middleman. I'm ... by MikeP In reply to Equestrian. It’s not as important to wish pain ... by Les Miz In reply to steve. bollocks by sisterogersintersectionalneighborhoodfilmreviews In reply to rsm. any bodies wanna bet the proposition -when ... by yo are all straussians now In reply to mkt42. “”Texas woman” could become as much ... by JWatts Plus 10 more...  ( 6 min )
    Japan estimate of the day
    An estimated 42% of adult Japanese women may end up never having children, the Nikkei newspaper reported, citing a soon-to-be-published estimate by a government research group. In a more optimistic scenario, a quarter of women born in 2005 may end up not having offspring. The midpoint estimate by Japan’s National Institute of Population and Social Security […] The post Japan estimate of the day appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to JWatts. Somehow voters made them reopen the ... by Hazel Meade In reply to So Much For Subtlety. “I have never heard a ... by Hazel Meade In reply to Tom Meadowcroft. The Teachers' unions (and ... by JWatts We are witnessing the process by which Japan, along with South ... by John In reply to steve. No it's not, but if college tuition hadn't ... by JWatts Plus 10 more... Related Stories Fairfax County facts of the day Should we now expect a recession? Progress in Sri Lanka  ( 6 min )
    My very excellent Conversation with Paul Graham
    Here is the audio and transcript, here is the episode summary: Tyler and Y Combinator co-founder Paul Graham sat down at his home in the English countryside to discuss what areas of talent judgment his co-founder and wife Jessica Livingston is better at, whether young founders have gotten rarer, whether he still takes a dim […] The post My very excellent Conversation with Paul Graham appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to BucketofFried. I will take this one over Ken ... by Moral Panic Was very surprised to hear Paul claim that Clojure as a ... by eoncarlyle “GRAHAM: Maybe, maybe. The reason I’m interested in ... by M COWEN: Why can’t we build good British country homes anymore? ... by M In reply to L. I totally agree. The most rewarding and fun ... by Silvanus Plus 10 more... Related Stories My excellent Conversation with the excellent Noam Dworman Behavioral Economics and ChatGPT: From William Shakespeare to Elena Ferrante Emergent Ventures India, Cohort Five  ( 9 min )
  • Open

    You Can Sell the Bitcoins You Don’t Mine
    Also Morgan Stanley succession, VC platforms, activist hedge funds, Yellow’s value, the size of the pepperoni market and bribe refunds.  ( 2 min )
  • Open

    Buy Health Update
    29 years ago, as a first year grad student, I published one of my best ideas: “Buy Health, Not Health Care.” Cato Journal 14(1):135-141, Summer 1994. To cure health care, give your care-givers a clear incentive to keep you well. Make sure that when you lose, they lose, and just as much. Buy lots of life and disability insurance from your care-givers, and have a third party, unable to act against your life or health, pay you to be the beneficiary.
  • Open

    The World's Oldest Moss Outlived the Dinosaurs, but It May Not Survive Climate Change
    The world’s oldest moss has survived Earth’s shifting landscapes for more than 400 million years, but climate change is happening faster than it can adapt
    Maui's Deadly Wildfires Are a Reminder of Growing Risks
    Human exposure to wildfires in the U.S. more than doubled in the past two decades. A climate scientist looks at who is at risk and why
    Muon Mystery Deepens with Latest Measurements
    The latest data from the Muon g−2 experiment corroborates previous results, but clashing theoretical predictions leave physicists without a clear conclusion
    The Gambling Strategy That's Guaranteed to Make Money and Why You Should Never Use It
    The Martingale betting strategy has led many gamblers to ruin when the Kelly criterion could have brought them riches
    Most Americans Support NASA--But Don't Think It Should Prioritize Sending People To Space
    Scholars look to understand how Americans view space activities
    The Mysterious Origins of 'X' in Algebra
    The letter X is key to modern algebra. But no one knows why
    In a Stone Age Community, Women Moved while Men Stayed with Family
    New archaeological finds offer a glimpse of family life 6,500 years ago
    Racism in Health: The Roots of the U.S. Black Maternal Mortality Crisis
    What is behind the Black maternal mortality crisis, and what needs to change? In this podcast from Nature and Scientific American, leading academics unpack the racism at the heart of the system.
  • Open

    Shuffling Columns: Pandas is Competitive‽
    Last year I benchmarked a few ways of shuffling columns First, dplyr is by far the ... Continue reading: Shuffling Columns: Pandas is Competitive‽  ( 11 min )
    Flipbookr for Quarto
    {{flipbookr}} is an R package written by Gina Reynolds. It’s very useful for teaching. It was developed for use with .Rmd files Xaringan and presently does not work with Quarto. I hacked-up a version of Flipbookr that does work with Quarto. Using it with Xaringan should be exactly the ... Continue reading: Flipbookr for Quarto  ( 8 min )
    Mastering Grouped Counting in R: A Comprehensive Guide
    Introduction Continue reading: Mastering Grouped Counting in R: A Comprehensive Guide  ( 10 min )
    Create your first Excel LAMBDA function
    Here's how to create a set of custom, lambda functions in Excel. No macros or VBA required. Continue reading: Create your first Excel LAMBDA function  ( 9 min )
    Runcinated tesseract (tetrahedra only)
    The runcinated tesseract is a 4D polytope. Thanks to the Continue reading: Runcinated tesseract (tetrahedra only)  ( 7 min )
    Drawing a tennis ball
    Short post today. Did you know that the intersection of the Enneper f Continue reading: Drawing a tennis ball  ( 7 min )
  • Open

    Blogs
    .  ( 3 min )
    Flipbookr for Quarto
    {{flipbookr}} is an R package written by Gina Reynolds. It’s very useful for teaching. It was developed for use with .Rmd files Xaringan and presently does not work with Quarto. I hacked-up a version of Flipbookr that does work with Quarto. Using it with Xaringan should be exactly the same as before. Right now it’s incomplete. I’ve just focused on getting the main user-facing function, chunk_reveal() to work. But this is also most of what the package does. Here’s a proof-of-concept Quarto presentation showing what’s working right now. You can go directly to the slides if you prefer.  ( 1 min )
    R
    .
  • Open

    Yokohama Customs “Queen’s Tower” in Yokohama, Japan
    The city of Yokohama is home to a major international seaport, one of the busiest since 1859. Located close to its pier is the customs headquarters, an unusual historic building one might expect to find in Morocco rather than in Japan. Constructed in 1934, the Yokohama Customs headquarters is nicknamed “the Queen’s Tower” for its turquoise-domed minaret, and the rest of the building matches its style, with Moorish battlements and arched windows, partially inspired by ancient Indian architecture. There are also elements of Romanesque architecture here and there, creating an exotic vibe fit for a hub of international relations. The construction plan was conceived as part of the Reconstruction of the Imperial Capital project, which sought to restore disaster-damaged cities in eastern Japan, as the original customs office was lost in the cataclysmic earthquake of 1923. Initially planned to be 154 feet (47 meters) tall, another 13 feet (4 meters ) were added to its height at the suggestion of the customs director. As a result, the Yokohama Customs building became the tallest structure in Yokohama at the time of its completion. Incidentally, the "queen" does not refer to any historical figure, but simply to the playing card, with the Kanagawa Prefectural Government office standing in for the King and the Yokohama Archives of History's clock tower for the Jack. Located close to each other, the three towers of Yokohama are a somewhat popular spot, best viewed from Ōsanbashi Pier.  ( 13 min )
    The 8 Best Astronomy Books For Beginners
    It’s easy to forget amid summer road trips and back-to-school to-do lists that our Earthly home is just a floating speck of blue in the vastness of the universe, that our human lives are just a blink in our galaxy’s long history. To help you (and ourselves!) carve out more time to contemplate our place in it all, Atlas Obscura compiled this list of the best books about space, the universe, and beyond. Even if you’re completely new to the topic, these books are accessible, moving invitations into the furthest reaches of our cosmos. Sun Moon Earth: The History of Solar Eclipses from Omens of Doom to Einstein and Exoplanets by Tyler Nordgren On April 8, 2024, the world will go dark for millions of people across North America when, for a brief moment, the moon will completely block the s…  ( 19 min )
    Te Puka (The Anchor Stone) in Stewart Island / Rakiura, New Zealand
    A 100-meter walk down the Rakiura Track from the car park reveals a giant chain emerging from the tussock and sinking into the sand. This sculpture plays on the idea that Stewart Island (Rakiura) is physically connected to the South Island. There is a matching sculpture on the South Island at Bluff.  According to Māori folklore, the South Island was demigod Māui's canoe (te waka a Māui) and Rakiura was the canoe's anchor stone. The sculpture is formally known as te puka (the anchor stone).  ( 13 min )
    Red Wave Valley Danxia Landform in Yulin, China
    When we think of breathtaking landscapes, the Arizona "Wave" natural landform often comes to mind, captivating visitors with its mesmerizing wavy lines sculpted by the forces of geology and wind erosion. However, at the same latitude in Shaanxi Province of China lies a spectacle with even more stunning scenery—the Jingbian Red Wave Valley in Jingbian County, Shaanxi Province.  The Red Wave Valley is a fascinating example of the Danxia landform, primarily characterized by its striking red sandstone formations, which took shape between the Permian and Triassic periods, hundreds of millions of years ago. Over time, the relentless forces of wind and rain have meticulously crafted the landscape, creating a sinuous pattern akin to layers of rocky waves seemingly rushing toward the viewer.  Unlike the red and white hues in Arizona, the Jingbian Wave Valley boasts a pure red palette set amidst the golden plateau. This vibrant red is anything but monotonous; it weaves intricate and captivating patterns as if each layer tells a unique story. Consequently, the locals affectionately refer to it as "Flame Danxia." The Jingbian Red Wave Valley offers various areas for exploration, each with its own distinct charm. Many of the pathways are paved to provide easy hiking and to preserve the delicate sandstone for generations to come.  ( 13 min )
    Murphy’s Row in Annapolis, Maryland
    These 10 rowhouses were built in 1888 by Charles James Murphy for laborers employed at his company, the Annapolis Glass Works. The houses bear witness to Eastport's early years. The seventh house was the first post office in the new community, which Murphy named after his hometown in Eastport, Maine. When the glass factory closed in 1902, Murphy's Row fell into disrepair. In the early 1980s, the properties were redeveloped and sold as private residences. They are Eastport's only remaining example of the 19th-century rowhouse style.  ( 12 min )
    Podcast: Hartsdale Pet Cemetery
    Listen and subscribe on Stitcher, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all major podcast apps. In this episode of The Atlas Obscura Podcast, we visit Hartsdale Pet Cemetery. Just north of New York City, the cemetery was founded in 1896 and is the oldest operating pet cemetery in the United States. It's here that dearly departed four-legged friends—and sometimes, even their owners—come to rest. Be sure to grab your tissues. Our podcast is an audio guide to the world’s wondrous, awe-inspiring, strange places. In under 15 minutes, we’ll take you to an incredible site, and along the way you’ll meet some fascinating people and hear their stories. Join us daily, Monday through Thursday, to explore a new wonder with cofounder Dylan Thuras and a neighborhood of Atlas Obscura reporters.  ( 13 min )
    In Colonial Williamsburg, Thieving Rats Save History
    Sometime during or just after the Civil War, a black rat in Williamsburg, Virginia, came into possession of a rare trophy: a solid silver fork. The rodent—a member of the ubiquitous species Rattus rattus, which arrived in North America with the Jamestown colonists—was living between the walls in a building that had variously been a home, a shop, a school, and a popular tavern. The rat’s family had likely been there for generations, gradually adding scraps of paper, fabric, crockery, bones, and miscellaneous debris to its massive nest. Pilfering the fork, however, was an unusual accomplishment for a creature that weighed about half a pound. “This was not a little tiny dessert fork—it was a dinner fork,” marvels Dani Jaworski, manager of architectural collections at the Colonial Williamsbu…  ( 21 min )
    El Sueño Original in Wichita, Kansas
    This beautiful mural on the north Wichita grain elevator is not only the largest mural in the world painted by a single artist, but also holds the Guinness World Record. The giant mural was created by Columbian street artist GLeo. The mural is part of the Horizontes Project, an artist-driven effort in Wichita aimed at connecting two underrepresented neighborhoods—the predominantly Latino NorthEnd and historically African American Northeast, both of which are separated by large grain elevators along the industrial corridor.  ( 12 min )
  • Open

    A Fine-Mesh Strainer Is Incredibly Useful—and Our Favorite Is a Whopping 44% Off
    Its durable fine-mesh removed more fine particles than any other strainer we tested, and its sturdy bowl rest makes it easy to use.  ( 11 min )
  • Open

    Partition of Europe
    Kaiser looks at a map of Europe.  ( 8 min )
  • Open

    Causal Inference with Ranking Data?
    Jack Williams writes: I recently saw your blog here and it made me think of a recent paper that has confused me a ton. Reading about ranked-choice voting, I found this paper. There appears to be no related work I … Continue reading →  ( 11 min )
  • Open

    AI Alone Won’t Solve the Problem of Antibiotic Resistance
    Artificial intelligence will help widen the pipeline of antibiotics. But fending off the growing problem of resistance to the drugs remains a human responsibility that faces the same challenges presented by most points of public health. The key lies in finding solutions that function in unison.  ( 12 min )
  • Open

    Electronic Articulators
    I’m one of those people who thinks that “artificial intelligence” is a misnomer. So is “machine learning” and, I hasten to admit, I sometimes extend this line of criticism all the way to such familiar things as “computer memory” and “programming language”. That is, I’m a bit of a kook. It is my deep conviction … Continue reading Electronic Articulators →  ( 8 min )
  • Open

    Bunnings NPC Predictions for Week 2
    Team Ratings for Week 2 The basic method is described on my Department home page. Here are the team ratings prior to this week’s games, along with the ratings at the start of the season. Current Rating Rating at Season Start Difference Canterbury 10.94 9.44 1.50 Wellington 8.29 8.72 -0.40 North Harbour 7.57 7.75 -0.20 […] Bunnings NPC Predictions for Week 2 first appeared on Stats Chat.  ( 4 min )

  • Open

    North and South, by Elizabeth Gaskell
    A young woman faces grave personal challenges when her family moves from a rural parish in the New Forest to the industrial North of England.  ( 3 min )
    Terror Keep, by Edgar Wallace
    An employee at the Department of Public Prosecutions with the special gift of a criminal mind is called upon to track down a notorious escaped convict.  ( 2 min )
    The Gold Bat, by P. G. Wodehouse
    The boys of Wrykyn School battle to defend their honor against rival sports teams and enemies from within.  ( 2 min )
  • Open

    trở về từ thành phố hồ chí minh
    While fast and furious (!), the days I spent in Ho Chi Minh City (at UEH, the university of economics of HCMC) were most enjoyable, from running very early in the relatively cool morning, by the nearby canal, often with others, to the group breakfast at a small food stall, or another, with a huge […]  ( 7 min )
  • Open

    trở về từ thành phố hồ chí minh
    While fast and furious (!), the days I spent in Ho Chi Minh City (at UEH, the university of economics of HCMC) were most enjoyable, from running very early in the relatively cool morning, by the nearby canal, often with others, to the group breakfast at a small food stall, or another, with a huge […]  ( 7 min )
  • Open

    Statue of Jhalkaribai in Agra, India
    Jhalkaribai was a woman soldier who played an important role in the Indian Rebellion of 1857. She served in the women's army of Rani Lakshmibai of Jhansi. Jhalkaribai eventually rose to a position of a prominent advisor to the queen, Rani of Jhansi. At the height of the Siege of Jhansi, she disguised herself as the queen and fought on her behalf, on the front, allowing the queen to escape safely out of the fort.  ( 12 min )
    'Havmannen' in Mo i Rana, Norway
    "Havmannen," or "Havmann" (in English: "The Man from the Sea"), is a granite stone sculpture by the English artist Antony Gormley located in the city of Mo i Rana in northern Norway. The sculpture stands proud in the "Ranfjord" in the city of Mo i Rana, which is often referred to in Norway as "Polarsirkelbyen". The sculpture is 36 feet (11 meters) and weighs 60 tons.  ( 12 min )
    Colonial Iron Mine in York, South Carolina
    Just southwest of Charlotte, North Carolina, the ruins of a colonial open-pit iron ore mine are located on the hillsides of Nanny's Mountain. The mine was operational from approximately 1760 to 1820. Prior to the Revolutionary War, the iron mine fueled early industry in the area and was used to make pots, kettles, and other household items. During the war, the mine supplied ore for cannonballs, round shot, swords, cannons, and other weaponry. The area around the mine saw several important Revolutionary War battles, including the pivotal battle of King’s Mountain, where American colonists soundly defeated British forces on October 7, 1780. It's possible that iron from this mine was used to make necessary supplies for the battle and may have made an important contribution to early American history. After the Revolution, some historians believe that this site was a stop on the Underground Railroad.  The mine pits can be viewed and explored along the short trail within the Nanny’s Mountain Historic Site Park. Pictures do not do justice to the size or depth of the pits. Keep in mind that these pits can be a safety hazard, so explore carefully.  ( 13 min )
    Parroquia de la Divina Providencia (Parish of Divine Providence) in Mexico City, Mexico
    As the Del Valle colonia (neighborhood) in Mexico City expanded in the 1960s, the small Catholic chapel that served this area became too small, so the local residents financed the construction of a larger building. Designed by architects Amaury Pérez de la Huerta García and Honorato Carrasco, work on the Parish of Divine Providence started in 1968, and was completed in 1974. In the midst of the Mexico City Summer Olympics, the city was caught up in a Modernist fervor, so many buildings designed at the time followed this architectural current. This Parish's floorplan and appearance are somewhat like that of an open-hand fan, semicircular and defined by its 12 triangular panels that represent the 12 apostles of Christianity. Each of these features stained glass windows with geometric motifs in warm colors, a departure from the multicolored, figurative windows of many other places of worship. Another departure from traditional Catholic architecture, especially in Baroque-heavy Mexico, is its rather minimalistic interior. The altar, located in the center of the semicircle, features a textured golden curved wall below a circular skylight which causes it to shine most of the day, with a cross hanging in front. The wall is framed by a pair of triangular structures featuring a wooden texture, making the interior relatively sober. The stadium-like seating surrounding the altar was designed as a result of a recent Vatican Council, which had determined that churches should strive to create a closer physical connection between altar and congregation.  ( 13 min )
    Smith's Folly in New Delhi, India
    In a corner of the green lawns surrounding Qutub Minar, this towering monument of the Delhi Sultanate and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, stands as a leftover from the British Raj period, it's known sd called Smith's Folly. At first glance, it's nothing out of the ordinary, just an unassuming pavilion complimenting the garden, but it once stood on top of Qutub Minar. Built-in the early 13th century, the tower originally stood well over 300 feet tall and underwent several repairs throughout the ages. In 1803, its cupola was severely damaged in an earthquake, and Major Robert Smith of the British Indian Army sought to repair it. His pillared cupola was installed in 1828 as the sixth story of the tower but removed in 1848 as its architectural style was unfit for the ancient monument. The cupola, dethroned and placed on the ground in the shadow of Qutub Minar, came to be known as Smith's Folly, as it simply serves no purpose. But perhaps it was a folly from the very beginning.  ( 12 min )
    Sweden's Oldest Olive Tree in Osby, Sweden
    Tucked away within the enchanting grounds of Jeppa S Trädgård in Osby, Sweden, the country's oldest olive tree stands as a testament to the unexpected marvels of nature. This extraordinary olive tree, believed to be between 500-700 years old, defies its geographical limitations. The tree belongs to the Hojiblanca variety, one of the 262 olive varieties cultivated in Spain and among the approximately 700 olive varieties found worldwide. Hojiblanca olives are utilized both for pickling and the production of olive oil. This particular tree originates from the Elche region in southern Spain. Jeppa S Trädgård itself is a nine-acre botanical haven, featuring greenhouses representing various climatic zones, including tropical, Mediterranean, and a recently added subtropical greenhouse spanning more than 500 square yards. The garden also houses a specialized plant shop offering a diverse selection of fruit trees from temperate, subtropical, and tropical regions. Visitors can enjoy refreshments, including coffee and ice cream, within the greenhouses. Additionally, the garden boasts a rhododendron collection of approximately 850 plants and a range of unusual trees, including the mammoth tree, bread fir, variegated beech, ginkgo, and aralia, scattered across the meadow and forest edges.  ( 13 min )
    Fuerte de San Miguel in Campeche, Mexico
    Much like its sister Fort of San José el Alto, the Fort of San Miguel was built in the 18th century. Both forts served to defend the city and the Bay of Campeche from pirate attacks. As a Colonial stronghold of Spanish authority, the city was often targeted by piracy, some of it actively encouraged by rival European powers like the British and Dutch. While the Yucatán Peninsula is generally known for its flatness, the presence of two hills in Campeche made for the perfect locations for both forts, which saw most of their action throughout the 19th century. After the establishment of independent Mexico and the decline of piracy, they would both eventually become museums. For the Fort of San Miguel, its role as the local archaeology museum has been much longer-lived and unchanged. Since its establishment in 1986, the museum has focused on mainly showcasing Maya artifacts from sites in the state, such as Calakmul. The bulk of its collection, however, spread across 10 halls, is made up of Jaina-style figures. Located within the modern-day Petenes-Ría Celestún Biosphere Reserve, Jaina Island is believed to have been artificially built during the Maya Classic period and inhabited between 600-1100. Jaina meaning: temple or house on the water, has become the namesake of a style of clay figurines found there and on its nearby mainland. The figurines are noted for their unique detailing, which has led to them being highlighted in this museum.  ( 13 min )
    Castle in the Clouds in Moultonborough, New Hampshire
    The Castle in the Clouds, also known as Lucknow, is a historic manor nestled on top of Lee Mountain in New Hampshire, providing sweeping views of Lake Winnipesaukee and the Ossipee Mountains. The estate itself is an American Craftsman-styled mansion, boasting 16 different rooms designed by John Williams Beal. It was built for Thomas Plant, who at the time owned the largest shoe factory in the world, and school teacher Olivia Dewey Plant, who married Thomas in the spring of 1913. The pair met when they were both traveling in Europe in the fall of 1912, and soon got to work on their home in the mountains. At the time of its construction from 1913 to 1914, the estate incorporated revolutionary, new technologies pioneered at the turn of the 20th century that were only available to the very w…  ( 14 min )
    Caelum Mór in Arlington, Texas
    In the 1980s, an arrangement of five megalithic sculptures was set in a five-acre public park in Arlington, Texas. The sculpture, known as one of the largest environmental sculptures in the Western Hemisphere, was built to adorn the local Highlands Business Park. Commissioned by Jane Mathes Kelton, an heir of Scottish television magnate Curtis Mathes, in 1984, the sculpture has a long and surprisingly controversial history.  During and after the installation of the park, local churches began to claim that the sculptures were Satanic. In a coalition loosely helmed by megachurch minister Michael Tummillo, over two dozen clergypeople started a crusade against the sculpture.  A letter opposing Caelum Mór entitled "Please, No Witchcraft Park in Arlington" compared the park's existence to "t…  ( 13 min )
    Podcast: Gullah Museum
    Listen and subscribe on Stitcher, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all major podcast apps. In this episode of The Atlas Obscura Podcast, we visit a museum in Georgetown, South Carolina that’s dedicated to preserving and prioritizing the rich and historic Gullah Geechee culture. Our podcast is an audio guide to the world’s wondrous, awe-inspiring, strange places. In under 15 minutes, we’ll take you to an incredible site, and along the way you’ll meet some fascinating people and hear their stories. Join us daily, Monday through Thursday, to explore a new wonder with cofounder Dylan Thuras and a neighborhood of Atlas Obscura reporters.  ( 13 min )
    The Perseid Meteor Shower Is Summer's Best Show
    Atlas Obscura’s Wondersky columnist Rebecca Boyle is an award-winning science journalist and author of the upcoming Our Moon: How Earth’s Celestial Companion Transformed the Planet, Guided Evolution, and Made Us Who We Are (January 2024, Random House). Throughout the summer, she’ll be sharing the stories and secrets of our wondrous night sky. When you wake up tomorrow, whether you rise with the sun or long after it, think for a moment about our journey through the cosmos. The sun has not technically risen. Instead, the location of your bed has merely spun around, at roughly 1,000 miles an hour, to face the violent nuclear furnace of our star. Your bed sits on a floor, likely inside a building, on the surface of a hot rock coated in a vanishingly thin layer of breath. You, your bed, e…  ( 17 min )
  • Open

    Q&A: Author Kit de Waal on Her Lifelong Love Affair with Classic Film
    The acclaimed writer was indoctrinated into the Church of Cinema at a young age — a passion that continues to influence her work and life Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 9 min )
    Can You Write a Short Story in One Draft?
    The art of one and done Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 8 min )
    Write Now With Heather Hach
    Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 8 min )
    How to Find Balance Between Writing and Researching?
    Avoid over-researching pitfalls: tips shared by accomplished writers. Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 8 min )
  • Open

    Freeman Hrabowski encourages students to “hold fast to dreams” and take time for laughter
    In a visit to MIT, the educator and author led a lively and inspiring Q&A with students.  ( 9 min )
  • Open

    "Multi-hyphenate spaces"
    Alex Bauman sent in this real-estate ad from Singapore: For the fully hyper-hyphenated experience, click here… I've managed somehow to live many decades in this world without ever registering the existence of the word multi-hyphenate. In fairness to me, it hasn't had its OED Word Induction Ceremony yet. And Merriam-Websters is similarly uninformed. But Wiktionary […]  ( 7 min )
    "Don't blindly save yourself"
    The following photo is from Guanghzhou and was taken recently by David Lobina's partner who’s there now.  The Chinese says: rúyǒu gùzhàng , búyào mángmù zìjiù 如有故障,不要盲目自救 "If there is a malfunction, do not blindly rescue / save yourself" Though the second clause may initially strike one as being in error, it is actually a […]  ( 9 min )
    It's so hard to say "goodbye" in Chinese
    From a photo sharing group on Facebook: The Chinese says: fēnshǒu 分手 "separate; (bid) farewell; part(ing); part company; break up (with); split up; end a relationship" Cf. fēnshǒu xìn 分手信 ("break up letter; Dear John letter"). Selected readings "Luv u" (4/29/17) "'Waiving goodbye'" (9/21/20) "Goodbye to Hello" (10/3/22) "'Just ghost'" (7/6/20) "Have a good / […]  ( 7 min )
  • Open

    What’s the Difference Between Saucepans and Sauciers?
    We explore the pros and cons of both types of cookware—and give our tested recommendations for each from our equipment reviews.  ( 17 min )
  • Open

    Former MN GOP operative sentenced to more than 20 years for sex trafficking
    Plus: Minnesota schools desperate to hire ahead of school year; U of M sophomore wins national skating championship; inside the messy union fight at MN350; and more.  ( 6 min )
    MinnPost’s Ava Kian brings home national award for her reporting
    MinnPost’s race and health equity reporter was honored on Aug. 5 in Birmingham, Alabama, by the National Association of Black Journalists.  ( 6 min )
    What will legal marijuana mean for Minnesota’s ‘legacy’ growers and sellers?
    As the state prepares to build out its budding cannabis industry, those in the "legacy market" have a decision to make: do they stay in the illicit market, or attempt to legitimize?  ( 22 min )
    Black women business owners of Soul Grain Granola, Lip Esteem and others get billboards, thanks to Sheletta Brundidge
    The business partners of Soul Grain Granola described seeing their faces and brand on the big screen for the first time as “unreal” and “surreal.”  ( 9 min )
    Why House Republicans won’t get special session to fix bugs they see in Minnesota marijuana law
    The bugs cited by Republicans include that the law allows public smoking and provides too-lax consequences for minors and those suspected of driving while impaired by marijuana.  ( 24 min )
    Resistance to buyers with government-backed mortgages could be contributing to Minnesota’s racial homeowner gap
    It's "redlining that should be outlawed."  ( 16 min )
    Catch a one-on-one conversation with Gov. Tim Walz at MinnPost Festival
    MinnPost reporter Peter Callaghan will lead this one-on-one conversation covering Walz's views on the top issues facing Minnesota one year into his second term and his growing national profile.  ( 8 min )
    By refusing to act on sulfide mining, Walz is undermining his own stated goals
    If we want to grow and protect Minnesota’s outdoor recreation industry, the solution is obvious, say no to copper-nickel sulfide mining.  ( 10 min )
    Have at least 230 people been killed in encounters with law enforcement in Minnesota since 2000?
    Yes. Based on data collected by the Star Tribune, at least 230 people have been killed in encounters with law enforcement in Minnesota since 2000.
    Incumbent mayor Larson, former legislator Reinert will face off in Duluth mayoral general election
    Plus: Walz to meet with Ricky Cobb's family; KMOJ "possible target for demolition" in Blue Line extension route; a cash infusion for downtown St. Paul's Pedro Park?; how making a habit of returns hurt small businesses; and more.
  • Open

    Links For August 2023
    ...
  • Open

    Fairfax County facts of the day
    Northern Virginia might be the safest region in the whole country, based on this Bloomberg analysis of crime and external-cause mortality data. The local commonwealth’s attorney likes to boast that Fairfax is the safest county of its size. Letting more people live there would not change that. Forty percent of Fairfax residents aged five and older speak a […] The post Fairfax County facts of the day appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to kwazii. This comment is underrated. by EdR What a truly awful article. It makes some terrible ... by static In reply to Maybe this statistic can help answer your question ... by Dismalist In reply to Hadur. Fairfax county would definitely benefit ... by J. In reply to Tom T.. Given how much they spend to build ... by J. Plus 10 more... Related Stories Should we now expect a recession? Progress in Sri Lanka My views on the UFO hearings  ( 4 min )
    Video quiz on the supply curve
    The post Video quiz on the supply curve appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to Dismalist. Can I try to fix that for myself? ... by rsm In reply to Robert with an answer. What if producers are ... by rsm In reply to Dismalist. If prices are just emotional noise, ... by rsm In reply to Dismalist. How much do future expectations affect ... by rsm In reply to Dismalist. Supply and Demand are not physical. ... by Dismalist Plus 10 more... Related Stories Should we now expect a recession? The Gender Death Gap The Disparate Impacts of College Admissions Policies on Asian American Applicants  ( 4 min )
    Wednesday assorted links
    1. “…they estimate that there are about 20 times more free-floating worlds in our Milky Way than stars, with Earth-mass planets 180 times more common than rogue Jupiters.”  (NYT) 2. One attempt to explain U.S. consumer sentiment. 3. Claims by Mari Andrew, about many things. 4. What does the math say about the plausibility of […] The post Wednesday assorted links appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments #2. It's too bad Tyler didn't post Quantian's excessive ... by magilson In reply to EdR. I think I made it a bit farther but my ... by mkt42 3 this week in postmodern gender theory history -the word ... by maskedswedishcannibals sven/svens In reply to EdR. Are you also afraid of the Republican ... by scj In reply to DeQuan. Do you want the real story? Or the one ... by scj Plus 10 more...  ( 4 min )
    Happy Birthday Singapore!
    Singapore is a wonderful instance of the advantage of the unrestricted enterprise of free trade: so late as the year 1822 there was scarcely a native hut, certainly not one European habitation on the island; in eight years it had not only grown into the most important settlement in the whole of the Malay Archipelago, […] The post Happy Birthday Singapore! appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to rayward. Are you the dude with the girlfriend ... by scj In reply to rsm. Dutch Porn is the best porn. by scj In reply to JWatts. This from the Master of Bait and Switch by Master Bait In reply to Bill. I had a student who was from Hong Kong, but ... by mkt42 In reply to JWatts. Opium was pretty toxic, wasn’t it? by Toxic Plus 10 more... Related Stories Behavioral Economics and ChatGPT: From William Shakespeare to Elena Ferrante Markets in everything, hockey romance edition Health Alert: Your Survival Odds May Increase When Surgeons Take a Break!  ( 5 min )
    Should we now expect a recession?
    That is the topic of my latest Bloomberg column, and here is one excerpt: How worried should we be? There is a common and popular tradition that suggests an economic recovery is a harbinger of bad times. Perhaps a recovery has a kind of expiration date, just like the milk in your refrigerator. After some […] The post Should we now expect a recession? appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to rayward. Musk, intentionally or not, helped stem ... by rayward In reply to Hank. Quiet quitting perhaps? by Maybe there is a name for this style? In reply to Vulcidian. Don't worry about lowering inflation. ... by Dan Hanson In reply to Todd K. And what should he say about something ... by Dan Hanson In reply to TMC. Instapundit tolerated me as a commenter for ... by Cancelled for wongthink Plus 10 more... Related Stories The Gender Death Gap Unintended Geoengineering Growth models and new goods  ( 5 min )
  • Open

    Barstool Sold High and Bought Low
    Also WeWork’s decline, Yellow’s equity value, Target as a securities-fraud target and a Reata M&A typo.  ( 2 min )
  • Open

    Strange Ecosystem Found Thriving below Seafloor Hydrothermal Vents
    An expedition using a deep-sea remotely operated vehicle has uncovered a hidden underground ecosystem below hydrothermal vents on the seafloor
    What Caused Maui's Devastating Wildfires?
    Dry conditions and strong winds set the stage for the disastrous wildfires that tore through the historic town of Lahaina and other areas of Hawaii
    Ruins of Emperor Nero's Theater Discovered near Vatican
    Archaeologists say the ornate ruins of Nero’s theater were found near the Vatican at a site earmarked for a luxury hotel
    The Fungi Economy, Part 3: Can Climate Modeling From Space Save Our Forests?
    Here's how scientists are planning on getting underground fungi data from space, using satellites.
  • Open

    The 10 Most Bizarre Movies of All Time
    Transitioning from the tangible to the unimaginable, from the ordinary to the extraordinary, cinematic art often unveils those mysteries that remain beyond conventional perception. Films with unconventional, whimsical approaches and eccentric plots stand out from the crowd, blurring the boundaries of reality and transforming abstract ideas into tangible images. But what makes these films so […]  ( 11 min )
  • Open

    “fan-created archive of ‘Jeopardy!’ games and players”
    J! Archive tdjones  ( 1 min )
  • Open

    (from 2017 but still relevant): What Has the Internet Done to Media?
    Aleks Jakulin writes: The Internet emerged by connecting communities of researchers, but as Internet grew, antisocial behaviors were not adequately discouraged. When I [Aleks] coauthored several internet standards (PNG, JPEG, MNG), I was guided by the vision of connecting humanity. … Continue reading →  ( 24 min )
  • Open

    No order-10 projective planes via SAT
    The proof that there is no finite projective plane of “order 10” (namely, one with 9 points per line) was a gory and large multi-part computation. The last phase, on a CRAY supercomputer (at low priority) “…started running at IDA in the fall of 1986 and was to await completion in two to three years.” … Continue reading No order-10 projective planes via SAT  ( 11 min )
  • Open

    Colombia drug regulator halts clinical research at US-funded facility
    Following an inspection earlier this month, Colombia’s FDA has suspended all human research at a facility that until this summer had been receiving U.S. funding to develop a malaria vaccine. The Malaria Vaccine and Development Center, in the city of Cali in western Colombia, is part of the Caucaseco Scientific Research Consortium, which is run … Continue reading Colombia drug regulator halts clinical research at US-funded facility  ( 7 min )
  • Open

    Multi-step Estimators and Shrinkage Effect in Time Series Models
    Authors: Ivan Svetunkov, Nikos Kourentzes, Rebecca Killick Journal: Computational Statistics Abstract: Many modern statistical models are used for both insight and prediction when applied to data. When models are used for prediction one should optimise parameters through a prediction error loss function. Estimation methods based on multiple steps ahead forecast ... Continue reading: Multi-step Estimators and Shrinkage Effect in Time Series Models  ( 21 min )
    Mastering Data Visualization: A Guide to Harnessing the Power of R’s par() Function
    Introduction Continue reading: Mastering Data Visualization: A Guide to Harnessing the Power of R’s par() Function  ( 10 min )
  • Open

    other kinds of machine learning
    Astronomy is very focused on machine learning in the sense of regression and classification, but machine learning can do many other things. In addition, machine learning is a sub-field of machine intelligence, which is broader. I started today working on a proposal for the NSF (to be written with Mike Blanton, NYU) in which we propose using other kinds of machine learning and machine intelligence, and apply them earlier in the scientific process (like at operations and calibration) instead of at the end (like at source classification and labeling).  ( 14 min )
    It from Qubit: The Last Hurrah
    Editor’s note: Since 2015, the Simons Foundation has supported the “It from Qubit” collaboration, a group of scientists drawing on ideas from quantum information theory to address deep issues in fundamental physics. The collaboration held its “Last Hurrah” event at … Continue reading →  ( 21 min )
  • Open

    Virtual Clinics Embrace Allergy Drops as an Alternative to Shots
    SLIT drops, an under-the-tongue alternative to allergy shots, are a mainstay in Europe, Canada, and Latin America. In the United States, although some medical providers offer the drops off-label, prescribing the treatment remains limited, in part due to regulatory purview and clinic revenue.  ( 22 min )
    Virtual Clinics Move In on Allergy Drops
    SLIT drops, an under-the-tongue alternative to allergy shots, are a mainstay in Europe, Canada, and Latin America. In the United States, although some medical providers offer the drops off-label, prescribing the treatment remains limited, in part due to regulatory purview and clinic revenue.  ( 22 min )
  • Open

    Comment on July 2023 version: content now complete, including index by ravivakil
    In reply to Mark. This one is an artifact of latex --- the large table on the next page causes it. So I'm not worrying about it at this stage (although I might make it a floating table, so text can flow around it).  ( 11 min )
    Comment on July 2023 version: content now complete, including index by ravivakil
    In reply to Mark. Thanks, fixed!  ( 11 min )
  • Open

    What to Do
    No content preview  ( 1 min )

  • Open

    exact yet private MCMC
    “at each iteration, DP-fast MH first samples a minibatch size and checks if it uses a minibatch of data or full-batch data. Then it checks whether to require additional Gaussian noise. If so, it will instantiate the Gaussian mechanism which adds Gaussian noise to the energy difference function. Finally, it chooses accept or reject θ′ […]  ( 7 min )
  • Open

    exact yet private MCMC
    “at each iteration, DP-fast MH first samples a minibatch size and checks if it uses a minibatch of data or full-batch data. Then it checks whether to require additional Gaussian noise. If so, it will instantiate the Gaussian mechanism which adds Gaussian noise to the energy difference function. Finally, it chooses accept or reject θ′ […]  ( 7 min )
  • Open

    spherical harmonics for tensor fields
    I have been kicking around the generalization of spherical harmonics to vector spherical harmonics, and how that might generate the tensor spherical harmonics to all orders of tensor and all parities. I think I got it today! For every spherical harmonic (ell and em), there are three vector spherical harmonics obtained by multiplying by the radial vector, taking the transverse gradient, and taking the transverse gradient and crossing it into the radial direction. I think these can be generalized (using, say, the Ricci calculus) to make the 2-tensors and so on. If I am right, this is a new way to represent tensor fields on the sphere. Use cases: Cosmic backgrounds, and ocean dynamics.  ( 14 min )
    Automatic Differentiation: DerivGrind
    Wait a minute - why is an article about automatic differentiation labeled under the "Physics" category? Well, I will explain that in a minute. First of all, let me explain what automatic differentiation is. Computing derivatives of functions is a rather error-prone job. Maybe it is me, but if you give me a complex function where the dependence on a variable is distributed in several sub-functions, I am very likely to find N different results if I do it N times. Yes, I am 57 years old, and I should be handling other things and leave these calculations to younger lads, I agree.  read more  ( 5 min )
    Modes (Part 6)
    The notes in the major scale are spaced in a funny way. Look at the white keys on the piano: some have black keys between them, other don’t. But you can understand the major scale using the circle of fifths. Start with C. Go up a fifth and you get G. Go up another fifth […]  ( 11 min )
  • Open

    What’s the Best Note-Taking System to Create Content?
    Transform your knowledge into a content machine Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 8 min )
    One Reason Why I’m Not Buying Your Self-Published Book
    Give yourself a break and you’ll make more money in the long term Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 8 min )
  • Open

    How to Make Viking Funerary Flatbread
    Gastro Obscura’s Summer Cookout columnist Paula Marcoux is a food historian and the author of Cooking With Fire. Throughout the summer, she’ll be sharing recipes and stories from the luminous history of open-fire cooking. Ah, there’s nothing quite like an aromatic loaf of freshly baked bread, still crackling and steaming from the oven. But for archaeologists, that option—so enticing to normal people—might be a second choice to a fragment of bread that has been incinerated with a human corpse, then entombed for a millennium or two. Perhaps that sounds grim, but it happens to be the recipe for an ideal scenario to preserve the payload of information encoded in a bread-artifact for future excavation and analysis. Charring your breakfast toast may seem tragic in the moment, but, if dispose…  ( 25 min )
    The Magic of Thailand’s Culinary Candle
    In Thailand, traditional food can be exquisite and elaborate. Nothing epitomizes this more than the use of tian op, Thailand’s culinary candle. Though its name simply means “scented candle” in Thai, this double-wicked curl of beeswax is no ordinary room freshener. Tian op is a flavoring agent, or rather, a scenting agent, used to enhance specific dishes in Thai cuisine. Chefs light the U-shaped candle at both ends, place it on top of the food to be scented, and cover it with a lid. Lack of oxygen snuffs the flames and the enclosed space fills with flowery smoke. Minutes or even hours later, the chefs lift the lid and serve the food, now garnished with the candle’s delectable aroma. Tian op is infused with numerous ingredients also found in perfume and incense, like patchouli, ylang-y…  ( 19 min )
    Darlingtonia Trail in Gasquet, California
    The Darlingtonia Trail is named for the bog that it snakes around, filled with Darlingtonia californica, carnivorous pitcher plants. Called the cobra lily because their shape resembles an upright cobra, these plants lie in wait to strike at insects, their main source of nitrogen.   At the first platform on the trail, you can see the bog in full bloom. At peak season, its full of hundreds of these gorgeous pitcher plants, some with bright flowers growing out. A few miles from the bog, the Smith River churns along. The area is full of a mineral called serpentine, which is gray-green in color and gives the Smith its brilliant blue-green color. The weathering of the serpentine produces magnesium, silica, and iron in the soil. It reduces the levels of calcium, potassium, and aluminum. To get the nitrogen and phosphorus that the plants need, they turn to a different source:  insects.  The pitcher plants have evolved to secrete nectar that attracts flies, ants, spiders, beetles, butterflies, and moths. They enter the plant and slide down into its long trumpet-shaped gullet, full of downward-facing hairs and slippery wall, becoming trapped at the bottom. There, the insect drowns and is slowly consumed by the plant. This is an extremely beautiful but extremely metal plant.  Speaking of metal, the area was extensively mined during and after the California Gold Rush. On the trail, you can also see a test mine shaft, probably dug to test for suitable minerals and metals to dig. They must not have found anything here, but the area has produced gold, chromite, and copper.  ( 13 min )
    Boneyard Beach in Jacksonville, Florida
    Boneyard Beach is tucked away on Big Talbot Island Preserve in the wider Timucuan Ecological and Historical Preserve. It features 20-foot bluffs falling away to the shoreline that, for several centuries, has been rapidly eroding which cause a number of trees for fall onto the beach. Over time these trees have become bleached by sun and wind and have an almost bone-like appearance, hence the name. Curiously, real skeletons have been unearthed on this beach as well—the fossilized remains of several mammoths, that is.  ( 12 min )
    Changi Jurassic Mile in Singapore
    Stretching over one kilometer, Changi Jurassic Mile is an interesting outdoor attraction located outside the Terminal 4 of Singapore's Changi Airport. The trail showcases a diverse range of dinosaur species, including the iconic Tyrannosaurus rex, towering Brachiosaurus, and the Stegosaurus. Interestingly, the trail is created with the idea of visitors walking in a proper Dinosasur Park, with warning signs all around, and dinosaurs trying to escape their cages or attacking golf carts. The trail is entirely outdoor, and can be experienced either by foot or bicycle.  ( 12 min )
    Gizella Kopsick Palm Arboretum in St. Petersburg, Florida
    Previously a miniature golf course, the development of the arboretum began in 1976 with the gift of 60 palms from Miss Gizella Kopsick's private stock. The arboretum was dedicated to her on May 16, 1977—her 100th birthday. All facilities were designed to meet the needs of the handicapped, which included Miss Kopsick, who was confined to a wheelchair.  Since then, the park has grown to incorporate more than 150 species of palms and cycads.  ( 13 min )
    Donggureung in Guri-si, South Korea
    The Royal Tombs of the Joseon Dynasty have been recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2009. Built to honor the ancestors and to assert their royal authority, many of the tombs consist of a huge burial mound and several temples. Scattered over 18 locations across the Korean Peninsula, it’s not easy to see everything in one go, but one location has a huge cluster of royal tombs. Located in the city of Guri, right outside the perimeters of Seoul, is Donggureung: The Nine Eastern Royal Tombs. The largest royal burial site in South Korea, Donggureung (also transliterated as Dongguneung) is home to the resting places of 17 kings and queens of the Joseon dynasty, originally founded by the order of King Taejong in 1408. The “nine tombs” consist of Geonwonneung (King Taejo, 1408); Hyeonneung (King Munjong and Queen Hyeondeok, 1452); Mongneung (King Seonjo and Queens Uiin and Inmok, 1600); Sungneung (King Hyeonjong and Queen Myeongseong, 1674); Hwineung (Queen Jangnyeol, 1688); Hyeneung (Queen Danui, 1718); Wonneung (King Yeongjo and Queen Jeongsun, 1776); Gyeongneung (King Heonjong and Queens Hyohyeon and Hyojeong, 1849); and Suneung (King Ikjong and Queen Sinjeong, 1890). In addition to these royal tombs, with their red pavilions, burial mounds, and funerary statues, the Donggureung complex also contains Myeongbinmyo (the grave of King Taejong’s concubine), the caretaker’s house, and a small museum. Surrounded by a serene forest and typically not as crowded as other historic attractions in and near Seoul, it’s quite a lovely place; one major shortcoming, perhaps, is that you can’t get close to the main parts of the tombs, as all the mounds are fenced at the foot.  ( 13 min )
    The Desert Fjords of Oman in Khasab, Oman
    At the far northeastern tip of Arabia exists a landscape like no other. Separated from Oman proper by the United Arab Emirates, the Musandam Peninsula reaches toward Iran and into the notorious Strait of Hormuz with delicate, dramatic mountains of barren red rock falling into an emerald sea. These are the only desert fjords in the world. Known locally as khors, these jagged coves were created by the collision of tectonic plates instead of the glacial activity that shaped their Nordic and Alaskan cousins. But the uncanny similarities still persist with 6,500-foot (2,000-meter) mountains and razor-thin spines of rock towering over deep water teeming with wildlife. Dolphins, rays, and a variety of colorful reef fish can be found throughout the inlets, and the warm, clear water makes for excellent scuba diving and snorkeling. Easily explored in a day trip from the town of Kasab, most excursions will be aboard a traditional fishing vessel known as a dhow. Between vibrant local history lessons and fascinating facts of geography, guides may even free dive for scallops freshly served as ceviche with a bit of lemon and spices.  ( 13 min )
    The Map of the Grand Canyons of La Jolla Shores in San Diego, California
    San Diego is California's second-largest city by population and is proudly referred to as "America's Finest City." It has a reputation for being in close proximity to Mexico and home to all branches of the United States armed forces. However, it is perhaps most well known for its 70 miles of beaches.  Unless an avid and practiced sea diver, few visitors probably have little experience or knowledge of what is living in these watery depths. This is what makes the Map of the Grand Canyons La Jolla Shores so unique. Unveiled in October 2020, this 2,200 square-foot LithoMosaic not only depicts over 100 variety of species, (including aquatic varieties, as well as birds, mammals, and reptiles) but also the geological formations that can be found in and around this beachfront property. The map was created to honor what would have been Walter Munk's 103rd birthday. Munk was an Austrian-born oceanographer who worked at the nearby Scripps Institute of Oceanography, as well as being a resident of La Jolla Shores. He was an avid proponent of understanding the effects climate change has on our environment, including the impacts on ocean temperatures.  Along with the Walter Munk Foundation for the Oceans, artist Robin Brailsford and her team of volunteers spent hundreds of hours mapping out and creating the massive display. Visitors are encouraged to walk on the art piece and discover the intricate details, as well as gain an understanding of what is taking place under the nearby waves. This includes 3-D models of reefs and the varying shades of blue tiles to indicate the various depths of the ocean floor.  ( 14 min )
    Fort Shirley Cemetery in Piccadilly, Antigua and Barbuda
    Travelers who keep their eyes trained on the lefthand side of the road en route Shirley Heights Lookout restaurant will notice a small cemetery with an amazing view. If you have a chance to retrace your steps just before the turn, you will be met with about a dozen graves and a white obelisk forever looking over the ocean; this area is for the deceased soldiers and officers of the 54th Regiment, Second Battalion Dorsets.  ( 12 min )
    Lova Cline's Dollhouse Grave in Rushville, Indiana
    In 1902, a young girl named Lova Cline was born with an illness that left her unable to enjoy things that most children might. She was unable to move, and according to stories, the only object that she enjoyed was a tall dollhouse with clear windows that her father George had built for her. When Lova passed in 1908, she was buried and the dollhouse went with her to the grave, or so the story is told. Some news articles speculate the dollhouse was built specifically for the grave, which was not an entirely uncommon style for the region. Regardless, Lova’s father had requested the dollhouse be destroyed at the death of himself and Lova’s mother but the community rallied to disinter Lova and move the dollhouse to where she is now buried with her parents.  ( 13 min )
    Rhode Island Red Monument in Little Compton, Rhode Island
    Next to the town baseball field in the Adamsville hamlet of Little Compton, Rhode Island, in the state's southeastern corner, stands a rough-hewn granite monument with a bronze tablet bearing the likeness of a large chicken. Created by American sculptor Henry L. Norton and erected in 1925 by the Rhode Island Red Club, the memorial commemorates “the birthplace of the Rhode Island Red breed of fowl which originated near this location.” The poultry breed became integral to the area’s agrarian economy during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. In 2001, the monument was added to the National Register of Historic Places. In 1854, William Tripp, a local farmer, began experimenting with poultry breeding.  He acquired exotic fowl brought back from Asia on New Bedford whaling ships. The Asian …  ( 14 min )
    Nevada's Extraterrestrial Highway Is Full of Earthly Wonders, Too
    The Extraterrestrial Highway, also known as Nevada State Route 375, cuts through nearly a hundred miles of lonely desert and borders the mysterious military base known as Area 51. The road has become a pilgrimage for those in search of signs of government conspiracies and life from other solar systems. But those who traverse this desolate land looking for aliens will miss the wonderful weirdness of its otherworldly geology, millennia-long human history, and uniquely adapted species. It’s worth seeking out close encounters with the terrestrial oddities and wild wonders of Route 375. Driving Through an Interstellar Impact Event Leif Tapanila, paleontologist and director of the Idaho Museum of Natural History, has spent years studying the area’s desert, craggy hills, and mountain peaks of…  ( 21 min )
    Podcast: Burj Al Babas
    Listen and subscribe on Stitcher, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all major podcast apps. In this episode of The Atlas Obscura Podcast, we visit Burj Al Babas, an incomplete luxury housing development in Turkey. The complex is a perplexing mashup of fairy tale and ghost town, and almost everyone has an opinion of (or wants to see) these strange, abandoned homes. Our podcast is an audio guide to the world’s wondrous, awe-inspiring, strange places. In under 15 minutes, we’ll take you to an incredible site, and along the way you’ll meet some fascinating people and hear their stories. Join us daily, Monday through Thursday, to explore a new wonder with cofounder Dylan Thuras and a neighborhood of Atlas Obscura reporters.  ( 14 min )
  • Open

    Blue Cross of Minnesota settles lawsuit over GS Labs’ alleged ‘profiteering’
    Plus: Terry Brown gets nearly 37 years for St. Paul mass shooting; Ukrainian refugees moving to North Dakota oil fields; auto thefts and carjackings down in St. Paul; why director James Cameron was in Duluth; and more.  ( 6 min )
    Is Andrea Jenkins ‘progressive enough’ to keep her Minneapolis City Council seat?
    It’s the question of the Ward 8 race, with Soren Stevenson challenging the incumbent from her left. But in a wide-ranging interview with MinnPost, Jenkins said she also thinks it’s a loaded question.  ( 40 min )
    Mississippi’s low water flow likely reason for smaller Gulf of Mexico ‘dead zone’ this year, but it’s still huge
    The size is smaller than predicted at the beginning of the summer, but is larger than the target goal set by the Mississippi River/Gulf of Mexico Hypoxia Task Force.  ( 16 min )
    White House rolls out cybersecurity initiative as schools face devastating hacks
    The Education Department will launch a coordinating council to provide formal collaboration between government officials and district leaders to help schools strengthen their cybersecurity capabilities in the face of attacks.  ( 11 min )
    At new expansion in Minneapolis’ Prospect Park, Modus Locus spreads its wings
    For the opening, a DJ spun tunes, and couches and comfy chairs were assembled in different lounge areas, and quirky installations, including a vintage camper, made for photo-ready experiences.  ( 15 min )
    50 ways to leave your leader
    Leave your leaders, party members. “Just listen to me,” the lyrics advise.  ( 11 min )
    Minneapolis Police Chief announces assistant chiefs in department restructuring
    Plus: Duluthians headed to primary polls; DFL Rep. Wolgamott cited for DWI in Kanabec County incident; underage drinking deterrence down; mom of Markee Jones asks for brother's release; brawl at the Washington County Fair; and more.  ( 6 min )
  • Open

    LLMs can't reason?
    …though they often do a credible job of faking it.  An interesting (preprint) paper by Konstantine Arkoudas, "GPT-4 Can't Reason", brings the receipts. The abstract: GPT-4 was released in March 2023 to wide acclaim, marking a very substantial improvement across the board over GPT-3.5 (OpenAI’s previously best model, which had powered the initial release of […]  ( 11 min )
    Eyeworm
    No, I'm not talking about the eye parasite called Loa loa (a filarial nematode), which is also called eyeworm.  I'm talking about an image that gets stuck in your brain the same way an earworm (also called brainworm, sticky music, or stuck song syndrome) gets stuck in your head.  We've talked about earworms a lot […]  ( 11 min )
  • Open

    What should I ask Brian Koppelman?
    I will be doing a Conversation with him, here is Wikipedia: Brian William Koppelman (born April 27, 1966) is an American showrunner. Koppelman is the co-writer of Ocean’s Thirteen and Rounders, the producer for films including The Illusionist and The Lucky Ones, the director for films including Solitary Man and the documentary This Is What They Want for ESPN as part of their 30 for 30 series, and the co-creator, […] The post What should I ask Brian Koppelman? appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to rayward. Rogue planets colliding with Earth. ... by Pedro Billions vs Industry–please comment. Maybe one direction ... by Marc In reply to rayward. Jesus Christ, rayward is an idiot. ... by Pedro Why did Megan Rapinoe miss the net by so much? (Answer: She ... by Pedro Who should own ESPN? Disney, a Big Tech company, the pro sports ... by celestus Plus 10 more... Related Stories How to assign property rights in actor AI likenesses Why aren’t Barbie tickets more expensive? On-line, Chinese production of *The Three-Body Problem*  ( 4 min )
    Tuesday assorted links
    1. Why are Celtic governments more progressive than Celtic voters? 2. Why are so many Tamils so good with numbers? 3. Is it time for a new atomic altruism? 4. “Analysis of 50 major Europe- and North America-based global non-profit organizations…showed that environmental and climate groups were the most likely to include Taiwan as part […] The post Tuesday assorted links appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to Formerly K. India sleeps soundly at night knowing ... by jayson #1). Nice theory, pity there is no data used to back up the ... by Undertones In reply to rsm. You may “identify “ as one, but ... by Oldcurmudgeon In reply to MathBath. Can you give the link ? PISA comparison ... by Anon #1: Very selective reading of Irish politics, no mention that ... by James Plus 10 more...  ( 4 min )
    The Gender Death Gap
    Hat tip: i/o. The post The Gender Death Gap appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to Bill. Good question. I suspect it is a bit less. ... by derek In reply to Gerry Mander. It is not illegal to say women are ... by joan In reply to James. Who is losing their $#!+? The injustice ... by notRover In reply to Luka. Excellent point. While I don't trust ... by notRover In reply to Hazel Meade. And maybe misandry wins? It must ... by notRover Plus 10 more... Related Stories The Impact of Vaccines and Behavior on U.S. Cumulative Deaths from COVID-19 Unintended Geoengineering Growth models and new goods  ( 4 min )
    The Impact of Vaccines and Behavior on U.S. Cumulative Deaths from COVID-19
    It is hard to think of a topic area where the Republican Party, the right-wing, and (many by no means all) MR commentators are so far off base.  Here are some new results from Andrew Atkeson: …I find that vaccines saved 748,600 lives through June 2023. That is, without vaccines, cumulative mortality from COVID-19 would […] The post The Impact of Vaccines and Behavior on U.S. Cumulative Deaths from COVID-19 appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to JonFraz. Actually, a healthy ramping-up of ... by Dick King In reply to steve. Please, the average American's ... by Sure Didn't see any attempt to look at the degree to which adverse ... by David Foster In reply to sxb. Unfortunately nobody ever figured out how to ... by Cancelled for wongthink In reply to wormbridge. Isn't giving a false sense of ... by sbh Plus 10 more... Related Stories The Gender Death Gap Dominican Republic fact of the day Health Alert: Your Survival Odds May Increase When Surgeons Take a Break!  ( 5 min )
    The Disparate Impacts of College Admissions Policies on Asian American Applicants
    Dept. of Yikes, but at this point who is surprised?: …we estimate the odds that Asian American applicants were admitted to at least one of the schools we consider were 28% lower than the odds for white students with similar test scores, grade-point averages, and extracurricular activities. The gap was particularly pronounced for students of […] The post The Disparate Impacts of College Admissions Policies on Asian American Applicants appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to Raghu Parthasarathy. Probably the only truly ... by gjk In reply to Michael Thomas. “who’ve spent their whole ... by Anonymous In reply to Mike. I’m … still laughing. by SH, Jr. In reply to Hazel Meade. It’s more that the Ivy legacy ... by SH, Jr. In reply to Terry richards. Lots of white docs, especially in ... by SH, Jr. Plus 10 more... Related Stories Sort of Middlebury markets in everything Clean Hands, Clear Conclusions: Ignaz Semmelweis as a Pioneer of Causal Inference New Econ Lesson Plans!  ( 5 min )
  • Open

    Don’t Do Deals on LinkedIn
    Also LNG contracts, ESG ratings and a Russian derivatives trade.  ( 2 min )
  • Open

    We Tested 10 Proofing Baskets by Baking Dozens of Loaves—Almost All of Them Were Great
    We made two types of sourdough bread to see which proofing baskets shaped dough the best, absorbed the most moisture, fit easily in your fridge, and were easy to clean.  ( 29 min )
  • Open

    Black hole word numbers in multiple languages
    Continue reading: Black hole word numbers in multiple languages  ( 13 min )
    Mastering Data Transformation with the scale() Function in R
    Introduction Continue reading: Mastering Data Transformation with the scale() Function in R  ( 10 min )
  • Open

    Grand Canyon Gains New Million-Acre Monument
    President Biden is declaring a national monument around the Grand Canyon, protecting lands important to a dozen Native American tribes and prohibiting new uranium mining claims in the region
    The 4 Stages of Conspiracy Theory Escalation on Social Media
    Here's how social media can help conspiracy theories spread and even spark violence
    Tech Companies' New Favorite Solution for the AI Content Crisis Isn't Enough
    From college plagiarism to cybercrime scams, generative AI is eroding trust in online content. Digital watermarking is no quick fix for the problem
  • Open

    Freakonomics and global warming: What happens to a team of “rogues” when there is no longer a stable center to push against? (a general problem with edgelords)
    A few years ago there was a cottage industry among some contrarian journalists, making use of the fact that 1998 was a particularly hot year (by the standards of its period) to cast doubt on the global warming trend. Ummmm, … Continue reading →  ( 32 min )
  • Open

    Indonesia Cracks Down on Imports of Contaminated Plastic Waste
    When China banned plastic waste imports in 2018, exporters in wealthy countries targeted other developing nations and skirted international agreements. Faced with an unending stream of unrecyclable waste, Indonesia has tightened its regulations and has begun to make progress in stemming the plastics flow.  ( 16 min )
  • Open

    Comment on July 2023 version: content now complete, including index by Mark
    Also, p. 47 display before 1.5.H - way too much space around the single equation in the display.  ( 11 min )
    Comment on July 2023 version: content now complete, including index by Mark
    Page 34 last full paragraph 1st sentence: "The constructive definition ⊗..." should be "The constructive definition *of* ⊗...", I t hink?  ( 11 min )
  • Open

    Modes (Part 6)
    The notes in the major scale are spaced in a funny way. Look at the white keys on the piano: some have black keys between them, other don’t. But you can understand the major scale using the circle of fifths. Start with C. Go up a fifth and you get G. Go up another fifth […]  ( 11 min )

  • Open

    sunrise and moonset on Lake Okanagan [jatp]
    Visit the post for more.  ( 6 min )
  • Open

    Does a new state law increase the cost of vehicle registration taxes in Minnesota?
    Yes. Vehicle registration tax changes will go into effect for the period starting on Jan. 1, 2024, increasing the rate from 1.25% to 1.54% of the manufacturer's suggested retail price and destination charge for cars registered in Minnesota before Nov. 16, 2020, and from 1.285% to 1.575% for those registered on or after Nov. 16, 2020.  ( 6 min )
    Former MPD officer Tou Thao sentenced for his role in the killing of George Floyd
    Plus: Twin Cities gas prices jump; Q&A with Oscar- and Tony Award-winner Diablo Cody; the Pizza Lucé Block Party is back; the future of “Stinkytown;” and more.  ( 7 min )
    Cities like Moorhead are planning for more extreme weather. Lawmakers approved $100 million to help
    A small MPCA grant program is undergoing a massive expansion. It’s one of the biggest environmental and climate initiatives at the Legislature this year, and will help local and tribal governments prepare for increasingly extreme weather.  ( 18 min )
    Teens with addiction are often left to detox without medication
    Teens who land in emergency rooms with an opioid overdose generally receive naloxone to reverse the effects of dangerous drugs in their system and are sent home with a list of places they can go for follow-up care. But too often, those teens never seek additional help.  ( 16 min )
    The Mississippi River’s floodplain forests are dying. The race is on to bring them back.
    Floodplain forests generally withstand flooding, which happens on the Mississippi every year. In the last few decades, though, they’ve been swamped with high water from long-lasting floods, soaking the trees more than they can stand and causing mass die-offs.  ( 23 min )
    Gedney Foods, the creator of the ‘Minnesota Pickle’
    Founded in 1880, Gedney continues to grow one of the more successful pickle brands in the United States.  ( 9 min )
    What are our public schools doing to address climate change?
    Our planet is in crisis. Our public schools need to be leaders in addressing that crisis.  ( 9 min )
    Dean Phillips on CBS: Consequences of Democrats not replacing Biden for president ‘are going to be disastrous’
    Plus: Bloomington police have a new tool for high-speed chases; friends and family remember 12-year-old boy fatally shot in St. Paul; injured Fargo police officer released from the hospital; family wants Flash the rabbit back after Freeborn County Fair incident; and more.  ( 8 min )
  • Open

    New Executive Director Position Created at R Consortium
    Motivated by the growth of the R Consortium over the past several years and the expansion of activities, the R Consortium Board of Directors has taken a step to ensure... Continue reading: New Executive Director Position Created at R Consortium  ( 8 min )
    Calculating the prediction interval coverage probability (PICP)
    In digital soil mapping (DSM), we make predictions of the spatial distribution of a soil property, which comes with uncertainties/errors. To quantify the accuracy we split the data into a training and test set, where we train a machine learning model (e.g., random forest, additive models, splines, etc.) ... Continue reading: Calculating the prediction interval coverage probability (PICP)  ( 12 min )
    Enhance Your Plots with the text() Function in R
    Introduction Continue reading: Enhance Your Plots with the text() Function in R  ( 10 min )
  • Open

    Coffee Shops, Churchyards & Chairs: A Writer’s Spaces
    How writing nooks and cozy corners can affect and inspire our work Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 9 min )
    Yes, There IS an Ideal Word Count for SEO
    It’s just not a definitive number every time Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 8 min )
    Why Character Development is Crucial For The Success of Your Novel
    If you want to keep readers turning pages, don’t neglect this critical stage in your writing preparation. Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 8 min )
    3 Lies to Stop Telling Yourself if You Want to Gain Traction as a Writer
    I told myself these things for far too long Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 8 min )
    The Platform That Offers the Most Innovative Tools Will Attract the Best Writers
    How analytical insights can change human literature for the better Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 8 min )
  • Open

    Wiley journal editors resign en masse, fired chief editor speaks
    Two-thirds of the associate editors of the Journal of Biogeography, a Wiley title, have resigned in a dispute with the publisher, and more resignations are likely, according to those involved.  Most of the resignations, reported first by Times Higher Education, were effective immediately, but a portion of the associate editors set August 28 as their … Continue reading Wiley journal editors resign en masse, fired chief editor speaks  ( 10 min )
    Outcry over ‘terminal anorexia’ response letter prompts retraction
    The authors of a response to an article critiquing the use of the term “terminal anorexia” retracted their letter last month after receiving major backlash from researchers, healthcare providers, and people with eating disorders.  “Regardless of inequities in care, terminal anorexia nervosa exists: a response to Sharpe et. al,” which defended the use of the … Continue reading Outcry over ‘terminal anorexia’ response letter prompts retraction  ( 10 min )
  • Open

    How Taiwan's Boba Tea Took Over the World
    THIS ARTICLE IS ADAPTED FROM THE AUGUST 5, 2023, EDITION OF GASTRO OBSCURA’S FAVORITE THINGS NEWSLETTER. YOU CAN SIGN UP HERE. The most decadent substance on Earth, to me, is brown-sugar crème brûlée boba. My favorite version contains brown-sugar syrup drizzled into milk, a thick layer of milk foam with crispy broiled caramel on top, chunks of flan studded throughout, and, at the very bottom, a scoop of warm boba pearls. Soft, chewy, and perfectly pearl-shaped, tapioca-based boba originated in 1980s Taiwan, and has since spread around the world, usually at the bottom of a cup of sweetened iced tea. You could write a whole dictionary of boba terminology: Both the tapioca balls and the drink itself can be referred to as boba. Not only that, but boba also goes by a number of other names: …  ( 22 min )
    YMCA Indian Student Hostel in London, England
    The unassuming canteen attached to the long-standing Indian YMCA mouthwatering dishes are on display from self-serve, all-you-can-eat buffet trays showcasing local dishes from across India’s culinarily diverse 29 states. The affordable prices (ranging from just £6.50 for breakfast to £13 for lunch and dinner), make it as much of a favorite among local office workers as the students lodging there.  Favorites among patrons include chicken korma and biryani, while Thursdays are dedicated to South Indian dishes like sambar, a spicy lentil soup. Freshly prepared home-style curries (the Kerala fish curry, egg curry and butter chicken are popular options), tandooris, onion bhajis, and dhal offer a filling feast for the senses. Rice and condiments, as well as drinks such as coffee and Chaas, a refreshing herb-infused yogurt drink, are complimentary. The canteen, located on the building’s ground-floor Mahatma Gandhi Hall, is a central hidden gem for many Londoners, situated near Fitzroy Square and just a three-minute walk from Warren Street Station. Established in 1920, the hostel is a hub for the young Indian diaspora community in London, and offers a rich culinary and cultural space for British Indian history. Thanks to the communal dining hall setup, where tables are often shared between groups of strangers, conversations with new folks are common, lending to a comfortable, almost family-like atmosphere.  While YMCAs are historically Christian institutions, the Indian YMCA prides itself on being an interfaith organization that embraces and celebrates all communities. Residents and visitors alike appreciate the inclusive environment where shared experiences warmly bring people together—regardless of religion, language or cultural heritage.  ( 13 min )
    Japan’s First Tea Tree in Fukuoka, Japan
    Tea is said to have originated in China about 2,700 years ago. It was brought to Japan by a mission of monks returning from Tang, and its earliest cultivation was in 1191, when the Buddhist priest Myōan Eisai sewed tea seeds in the Iwakamibō gardens of Ryōzen-ji Temple, Saga, not far from the ancient settlement of Yoshinogari. Initially meant to be a medicinal plant, Japanese tea soon evolved into its own kind, with a culture of tea ceremonies developing over the years. Eisai's tea became what is known as matcha today. It was widely appreciated by Buddhists practicing zen, as they believed it improved one's body and spirit. On the grounds of Shōfuku-ji Temple in Fukuoka, the oldest zen temple in Japan originally established by Eisai himself, stands a direct descendant of his tea trees, known as the "Japan's First Tea Tree." A small, nondescript tree with lean branches at first glance, it may not be anything extraordinary, but its influence on traditional Japanese culture is irreplaceable.  ( 13 min )
    Sky Pizza in Seoul, South Korea
    Walking through narrow, winding alleys of the Noryangjin district of Seoul, you may be reminded of gritty scenes from the Bong Joon-Ho film Parasite, a milestone in Korean cinema that took the 2020 Oscars by storm. While much of the filming took place at several locations in Seoul, the neighborhood is not especially featured in the film—except for a small, unassuming pizzeria called Sky Pizza. It’s nothing out of the ordinary, just a run-of-the-mill place with the usual menu. But on its façade and interior are autographs of Bong Joon-Ho, as well as the logo and delivery boxes of the fictional “Pizza Generation” restaurant from the film. Parasite follows the tragicomedic lives of the poverty-stricken Kim family as they struggle to make ends meet, each member gradually infiltrating into the wealthier Park family, only for chaos to ensue. In one of the numerous low-income side jobs that the Kim family takes up, they fold delivery boxes for a local eatery: Pizza Generation. Later, the pizza place makes another appearance where the Kims are seen scheming on how to kick the housemaid out of the Park household. In real life, Sky Pizza is a quiet family-run pizza joint. The owner will proudly offer visiting cinephiles the chance to take pictures with the Pizza Generation boxes, and bring you sketchbooks full of signatures and messages from Parasite-loving visitors from around the world, so that you can leave your own mark as well. Flipping through these pages, you'll see what a huge influence the film has had on a small local business like Sky Pizza.  ( 14 min )
    The Polk Theatre in Lakeland, Florida
    The Polk Theatre is a historical landmark that has been a central entertainment hub for nearly 100 years. Designed in 1928, the theatre has survived hurricanes, fires, and even a near-demolition in the 1970s. But thanks to the hard work and dedication of the Lakeland community, the Polk Theatre was saved and continues to stand today as a testament to the city's love for the arts. Walking into the Polk Theatre is like stepping back in time. The art deco style of the building immediately transports visitors to a different era. The bright neon lights and intricate ceiling details make anyone feel like a movie star. And speaking of movies, the Polk Theatre has been showing them for almost a century— from silent films to talkies to new releases, the theatre has seen it all. But movies aren't the only form of entertainment at the Polk Theatre. The venue also hosts live performances, ranging from plays to musical acts and symphony concerts. The acoustics in the theatre are second to none. The Polk Theatre is not just a building made of bricks, but it is a place of great emotional significance to many. It is a cultural icon that has withstood the test of time and has been a source of joy for generations. All in all, the Polk Theatre is a cornerstone of Lakeland's culture and a testament to the city's love of the arts. Whether you're watching a classic movie, attending a live performance, or a guest at a private event, the Polk Theatre is the place to be.  ( 13 min )
    Wat Si Muang in Vientiane, Laos
    Vientiane, the capital of Laos, is home to many Buddhist temples and monasteries. With its foundation dating back to 1563 during the Lan Xang period, Wat Si Muang is one of the oldest and best-known temples here, most popular among locals. In the past, Wat Si Muang was once associated with royal rituals, sometimes hosting coronation ceremonies. The popular myth claims that it was named after a local pregnant woman, Si, who sacrificed her own life to call upon an ancient guardian spirit to protect the city from an oncoming flood. Another version of the story, perhaps resulting from mistranslation, has it that multiple pregnant women were sacrificed to prevent evil spirits from causing a disaster. Either way, the mythical Si Muang continues to be remembered and honored as a hero. The temple itself houses a copy of the Emerald Buddha statue and a sacred stone pillar called the Lák Méuang, an ancient monument believed to enshrine the guardian spirit of the city, as well as several mini-shrines throughout the premises, some gorgeously kitsch. Right outside the temple also stands an imposing statue of King Sisavangvong, the first ruler of the Kingdom of Laos.  ( 13 min )
    The Curious Case of the Colorado River’s Missing Water
    This piece was originally published in High Country News and appears here as part of our Climate Desk collaboration. High winds tore at Gothic Mountain as the sleeping giant watched over the cabins nestled in Gothic, Colorado, a remote outpost accessible only by skis during the valley’s harsh alpine winters. The plumes of snow that lifted from the peak briefly appeared to form a cloud and then disappeared. To many, the snow that seemed to vanish into thin air would go unnoticed. But in a region where water availability has slowly begun to diminish, every snowflake counts. Each winter, an unknown percentage of the Rocky Mountain West’s snowpack disappears into the atmosphere, as it was doing on Gothic Mountain, just outside the ski resort town of Crested Butte. In the East River wat…  ( 21 min )
    Podcast: Pā‘ula‘ula / Russian Fort Elizabeth
    Listen and subscribe on Stitcher, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all major podcast apps. In this episode of The Atlas Obscura Podcast, producer Johanna Mayer and Atlas Obscura associate editor Sarah Durn tell us the story of a fort in Hawaiʻi' with two names—and how both those names preserve and erase its history. Our podcast is an audio guide to the world’s wondrous, awe-inspiring, strange places. In under 15 minutes, we’ll take you to an incredible site, and along the way you’ll meet some fascinating people and hear their stories. Join us daily, Monday through Thursday, to explore a new wonder with cofounder Dylan Thuras and a neighborhood of Atlas Obscura reporters.  ( 12 min )
    Puzzle Monday: Sing Along
    Among our crosswords and other puzzles, we feature linguistic challenges from around the world from puzzle aficionado and writer Alex Bellos. A PDF of the puzzle, as well as the solution, can be downloaded below. In 19th-century Europe, it was a widely held belief that a “universal language” could help achieve world peace. If the native speakers of different languages, the thinking went, were able to communicate in a common tongue, they would understand each other better and consequently there would be less ethnic conflict. Many people invented languages with this dream in mind. Perhaps the most curious of these was Solresol, a language constructed entirely from do, re, mi, fa, sol, la, and si, the French words for the seven notes of the major musical scale. The creator of Solr…  ( 16 min )
  • Open

    To Sue Or To Shun?
    Social norms can be enforced formally or informally. That is, one can have either laws, or informal sanctions enforce by “mobs”. Both systems can discourage unwanted behaviors, and isolate unwanted people. So we usually face a choice: to discourage such things via law or via shunning (or both).
  • Open

    Faculty position in computation & politics at MIT
    We have this tenure-track Assistant Professor position open at MIT. It is an unusual opportunity in being a shared position between the Department of Political Science and the College of Computing. (I say “unusual” compared with typical faculty lines, but … Continue reading →  ( 9 min )
    The connection between junk science and sloppy data handling: Why do they go together?
    Nick Brown pointed me to a new paper, “The Impact of Incidental Environmental Factors on Vote Choice: Wind Speed is Related to More Prevention-Focused Voting,” to which his reaction was, “It makes himmicanes look plausible.” Indeed, one of the authors … Continue reading →  ( 16 min )
  • Open

    More than Half of Earth's Species Live Underground
    Researchers set out to calculate how much of Earth’s life dwells in the planet’s least admired environment
    First Pill for Postpartum Depression Approved
    The FDA approved zuranolone, a short-term oral medication that could help new parents who are struggling with depression after giving birth
    DeSantis's Florida Approves Climate-Denial Videos in Schools
    Florida’s Department of Education has approved classroom use of videos that spout climate disinformation and distort climate science
    15 Million People Are at Risk from Bursting Glacial Lakes
    At least 15 million people worldwide live in the flood paths of lakes that form as mountain glaciers melt and that can abruptly burst their banks
    The Fungi Economy, Part 2: Here's How Plants And Fungi Trade Beneath Our Feet
    Atmospheric carbon is a currency that plants use to “buy” nutrients from fungi in the soil. To find out where this economy will go next, the devil is in the details. And the details are in the dirt.
    We Need Smart Intellectual Property Laws for Artificial Intelligence
    “One-size-fits-all” regulation will sideline medical and research benefits promised by the advent of artificial intelligence
    Red Meat Allergy Caused by Tick Bite Is Spreading--And Nearly Half of Doctors Don't Know about It
    The bite of the lone star tick can cause an allergy to red meat, as well as to dairy and some medications
  • Open

    Doha bleg
    What should I do in Doha?  I will have a very limited amount of time there.  What should I see and where should I eat? The post Doha bleg appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to Stephen Jonesyoung. The view from outside the ... by JohnH In reply to Eric. I should add that the souq will be ... by Eroc I live here. The Souq is a living breathing Souq with falcons ... by Eric La Casa Twenty Eight was quite nice when we visited. The whole ... by FF Find someone who can show you around the Doha Industrial Area ... by Cornflour Plus 10 more... Related Stories My views on the UFO hearings The European Visa Mess How to eat well in Sri Lanka  ( 4 min )
    Monday assorted links
    1. Oddly distributed asymmetric worries.  And U.S. scientists repeat fusion power breakthrough. 2. “Vidya Mahambare has a fun assignment for her students, and I fully intend to copy it this upcoming semester.”  Link to the idea here. 3. Mediocre robot cat. 4. Square watermelons in Japan. 5. More on the Collie transhumanist [transcollieist?]. 6. MIE: […] The post Monday assorted links appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments markets in revisionist history -nbc journaler edition -nbc ... by community notes In reply to And in a related vein. He, she and it have the ... by Viking In reply to More often. Don't underestimate Darla's influence ... by RAD In reply to RAD. People adapt their public persona so as to ... by More often The shape (and production method) reminds me of one of my all ... by vessel Plus 10 more...  ( 4 min )
    Markets in everything, hockey romance edition
    Before last week, many people may not have known about the existence — or exceptional popularity — of hockey romance novels. But the subgenre captured mainstream attention when an NHL player and his wife called on readers to stop sexually harassing him. Allow me to explain: A sizable portion of BookTok, a book lovers’ community […] The post Markets in everything, hockey romance edition appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to Chimela Caesar. To start with, propaganda works. ... by Kaleberg In reply to Phil S.. Youngblood, out in 1986, was a hockey ... by Kaleberg In reply to peri. I would suggest that since there are 21 ... by steve In reply to Phil S.. NFL is super variable across positions ... by It's NOT about the height... In reply to peri. Here's a thread from a subreddit devoted to ... by FG Plus 10 more... Related Stories Shadow Effects of Tennis Superstars Health Alert: Your Survival Odds May Increase When Surgeons Take a Break! *Unshackled*  ( 5 min )
    USA poll fact of the day
    Just as Woke has peaked, has “anti-Woke” peaked as well?: When presented with the choice between two hypothetical Republican candidates, only 24 percent of national Republican voters opted for a “a candidate who focuses on defeating radical ‘woke’ ideology in our schools, media and culture” over “a candidate who focuses on restoring law and order […] The post USA poll fact of the day appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to Anti-Gnostic. I encourage you to do a deep dive ... by Horhe In reply to JC. This. Most of the time people are ... by notRover In reply to 1523. Thats the thing – for the big things both ... by nf In reply to superdestroyer. Maybe you should go listen to ... by notRover In reply to JWatts. Clinton was also anti woke. Remember the ... by j mct Plus 10 more...  ( 5 min )
  • Open

    IRL’s Users Were Not IRL
    Also hedge fund accounting, Icahn Enterprises, Yellow, the cage match thing and CEO pranks.  ( 2 min )
  • Open

    This Objectively Gorgeous All-Clad Belgian Waffle Maker Is 20% Off
    It browns Belgian waffles evenly and is literally gleaming: you won’t find a prettier, better functioning waffle maker.  ( 11 min )
    16 Long-Lasting Kitchen Items You Can Buy Once and (Probably) Never Have to Replace
    There’s an entire genre of cookware and kitchen gear that should last forever (think: cast iron, carbon steel, great knives). Many even have lifetime or decades-long warranties.  ( 39 min )
  • Open

    noteworthy.mix 08-07-23
    SVGmix 📌 “...a massive (300K+) collection of free SVG icons and brand logos” Lookyloo (github) (public instance) 📌 “...a web interface that captures a webpage and then displays a tree of the domains, that call each other.” I found it useful immediately. 😎 kbin.social - Explore Fediverse 📌 “...a decentralized platform for content aggregation and microblogging that operates within the Fediverse network.” BEEN Visited cities map (terms) 📌 “Travel map generator. Add cities you've been to (towns, islands, airports etc) and look how your fancy travel stats grow. Share your visited countries map on your blog/social networks” webgl.app (beta) 📌 This is interesting (appears to be a work in progress). 😎  ( 2 min )
  • Open

    AI model can help determine where a patient’s cancer arose
    Predictions from the OncoNPC model could enable doctors to choose targeted treatments for difficult-to-treat tumors.  ( 9 min )
  • Open

    Autodidact
    [This is a guest post by Don Keyser in response to "Sinitic semiliteracy" (6/5/23)] This one takes me back.  In the late 1980s, I served my second assignment at our embassy in Tokyo.  The chief of the American Citizens Services unit in the Consular Section, a white lady in her early 50s, asked my assistance.  […]  ( 7 min )
    Sergeant Dickason's Blend
    Over brunch the other day, a question came up that I've wondered about in the past: Who was the "Major Dickason" of Major Dickason's Blend? Skipping my imaginary histories, here's the real story. According to "A coffee revolution: Peet’s’ first ever employee spills the beans", Berkeleyside 7/25/2023: Long before the pandemic, the widespread adoption of […]  ( 12 min )
  • Open

    What Color is Jaime Hernandez’s Skin?
    Panel presentations at the Comics Studies Society conference in Denton, Texas were a disciplined twelve minutes. I presented “Black and White and Color: Reprinting Race in Jaime Hernandez’s Mechanics” at 9:00 the first morning. I had initially planned for twenty, paired down to a happy fifteen the night before, and then snipped another three minutes […]  ( 10 min )
  • Open

    In Southern Italy, the Looming Threat of an Underground Volcano
    About half a million people in southern Italy have built their homes atop unstable terrain. Scientists are monitoring the region for signs of a volcanic eruption, but it’s not clear that local residents fully understand the threat. Even a small eruption could deliver devastating consequences.  ( 21 min )
  • Open

    Desirable properties for a superconductor
    Given the present interest, let's talk about what kind of properties one wants in a superconductor, as some people on social media seem ready to jump straight on the "what does superconductivity mean for bitcoin?" train. First, the preliminaries.  is a state of matter in which the conduction electrons act collectively in an interesting way.   In the superconductors we know about, electrons  and can be described by a single collective quantum state (with a well-defined phase - the quantum state can be written as a complex quantity that has an amplitude and a phase angle, as in \(A \exp{i\phi}\), where \(\phi\) is the phase).  A consequence of this is that there is an "" - it costs a certain amount of energy to create individual unpaired electrons.  It's this energy gap that allows dc curr…  ( 12 min )
  • Open

    NRL Predictions for Round 24
    Team Ratings for Round 24 The basic method is described on my Department home page. Here are the team ratings prior to this week’s games, along with the ratings at the start of the season. Current Rating Rating at Season Start Difference Panthers 13.50 12.99 0.50 Storm 6.81 11.21 -4.40 Broncos 4.17 -5.92 10.10 Cowboys […] NRL Predictions for Round 24 first appeared on Stats Chat.  ( 4 min )
    Bunnings NPC Predictions for Wednesday Game for Round 1
    Team Ratings for Wednesday Game for Round 1 The basic method is described on my Department home page. Here are the team ratings prior to this week’s games, along with the ratings at the start of the season. Current Rating Rating at Season Start Difference Canterbury 10.94 9.44 1.50 Wellington 8.29 8.72 -0.40 North Harbour […] Bunnings NPC Predictions for Wednesday Game for Round 1 first appeared on Stats Chat.  ( 4 min )
  • Open

    Solar Panel Placement
    No content preview  ( 1 min )

  • Open

    Enrollments open: An Introduction to R for Policy Analysis
    A long-time ago, in the midst of a global pandemic, I launched the first online version of ‘R Programming for Policy Analysis’. Although I’d run several workshops on applied policy analysis in the past, these sessions were usually for teams that worked exclusively on data analysis and modelling. But, ... Continue reading: Enrollments open: An Introduction to R for Policy Analysis  ( 9 min )
    How to make Ridiculous Tables in R (from Excel)
    Did you know that you can make RIDICULOUS tables in R (from Excel)? You can. And in this free R-tip, I share a real case study where I made the working R code for my financial cash flow statement table. I converted it from Excel Spreadsheet into a form... Continue reading: How to make Ridiculous Tables in R (from Excel)  ( 19 min )
    Introduction to Qualitative Comparative Analysis (QCA) using R workshop
    Join our workshop on Introduction to Qualitative Comparative Analysis (QCA) using R, which is a part of our workshops for Ukraine series!  Here’s some more info:  Title: Introduction to Qualitative Comparative Analysis (QCA) using R Date: Thursday, August 31st, 18:00 – 20:00 CEST (Rome, Berlin, Paris timezone) Speaker: Ingo Rohlfing, Ingo Rohlfing ... Continue reading: Introduction to Qualitative Comparative Analysis (QCA) using R workshop  ( 11 min )
    What Happens If Our Model Adjustment Includes A Collider?
    Beware of what we adjust. As we have demonstrated, adjusting for a collider variable can lead to a false estimate in your analysis. If a collider is included in your model, relying solely on AIC/BIC for model selection may provide misleading results and give you a false sense of ... Continue reading: What Happens If Our Model Adjustment Includes A Collider?  ( 19 min )
  • Open

    the unapologetic brilliance of Sinéad O’Connor
    Visit the post for more.  ( 6 min )
  • Open

    the unapologetic brilliance of Sinéad O’Connor
    Visit the post for more.  ( 6 min )
  • Open

    Open Thread 288
    ...
  • Open

    Q&A with Dana Stevens: THE WOMAN KING Screenwriter Reflects on Her Thirty-Year Career
    From the film that made her want to work in cinema to how her screenwriting craft has evolved over the years, we cover it all Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 8 min )
    The AI Threat Is Real: What Non-Fiction Writers Need to Do Right Now to Survive (And Don’t Starve)
    Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 8 min )
    Different Types of Compound Nouns
    And when to hyphenate compound nouns in your writing Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 8 min )
    How To Self-Edit Your Writing
    5 tips to navigate the revision and editing process on your own Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 8 min )
  • Open

    Murugan Idli
    E. 149, Murugan Idli Shop, 1, 6th Avenue, opp. Velankanni Church, GOCHS Colony, Besant Nagar, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600090, India Most of all, get the Onion Rava Masala Dosa.  The key dishes there cost not much more than one dollar, sometimes less. Is there any general model as to why, so often in the world […] The post Murugan Idli appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments I agree that there's an amazing amount of wonderful food in ... by Raghu Parthasarathy This popped up on my phone while I was eating idli and masala ... by cwc In Austin, Texas, there are several places that do good Masala ... by Niko Davor In reply to Not really. I dunno man, I've had a lot worse ... by Doug I think a lot of American food is cheap (by US PPP standards) ... by Phil S. Plus 10 more... Related Stories How to eat well in Sri Lanka The Economics of Export Bans  ( 4 min )
    Sunday assorted links
    1. Pakistan facts of the day, gift watch edition. 2. How much do different kinds of doctors earn? 3. Jason Furman reviews *Big Business*. 4. Why do the top dart throwers keep getting better and better? (NYT, good piece on talent issues, covers other sports too). 5. How much is NoVa residential real estate suffering […] The post Sunday assorted links appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to Kit. Sorry, that was a typo from autopilot. ... by Sure 6. Isn't Ederer the guy who did shoddy research and the guys at ... by Keith In reply to XVO. I just can't get over the headline: “How ... by Torn In reply to Sure. I think google is wrong, or you misquoted. ... by Kit In reply to Reason. Well for a start, nothing in economic ... by Sure Plus 10 more...  ( 4 min )
    Unintended Geoengineering
    In my post SuperFreakonomics on Geoengineering, Revisited I noted that regulations requiring ships to reduce sulfur have increased global warming. Science has a new piece on the phenomena and the implications for intended geoengineering: Regulations imposed in 2020 by the United Nations’s International Maritime Organization (IMO) have cut ships’ sulfur pollution by more than 80% […] The post Unintended Geoengineering appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to EdR. … the supposed United Nations IMO ... by Margo In reply to EdR. Haha, I was wondering a bit because it was ... by sxb In reply to sxb. I was being sarcastic. Sorry. Poe effect. by EdR A few thoughts 1. The effects of seeding the atmosphere with ... by Steven In reply to EdR. There is more heat this year, but the world ... by sxb Plus 10 more... Related Stories Clean Hands, Clear Conclusions: Ignaz Semmelweis as a Pioneer of Causal Inference Growth models and new goods Health Alert: Your Survival Odds May Increase When Surgeons Take a Break!  ( 5 min )
    Growth models and new goods
    Growth models typically assume an inaccurate equivalence between the consumption of greater quantities of existing products (as an individual achieves by growing richer, all else equal) and the consumption of new products. As a result, they typically arbitrarily understate the welfare benefits of growth. They also arbitrarily overstate the extent which future growth will motivate […] The post Growth models and new goods appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to sxb. Braille backup cameras don't work very well ... by Slocum In reply to Tom T.. Stick it to the foreigners! Crush them ... by Xenophobia FOREVER! In reply to Gluten-Free Bill. Gluten-Free Bill at 11:18:25 ... by Bill If the ideas are any good, they'd be more than worth the ... by Kaleberg In reply to EdR. Hard to display maps in Braille by sxb Plus 10 more... Related Stories Health Alert: Your Survival Odds May Increase When Surgeons Take a Break! Left Digit Bias in Medicine Clean Hands, Clear Conclusions: Ignaz Semmelweis as a Pioneer of Causal Inference  ( 5 min )
    Shadow Effects of Tennis Superstars
    In multi-stage tournaments, anticipated competition in future stages might affect the outcome of competition in the current stage. In particular, the presence of super- stars might demotivate the next-best competitors from seeking to advance to later rounds, where they ultimately are likely to face a superstar. Data from men’s professional tennis tournaments held between 2004 […] The post Shadow Effects of Tennis Superstars appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments isnt this very similar to stereotype thread? getting nervous ... by Anton Maier In reply to BC. Or it could be something as simple as players ... by Joseph J In reply to Todd K. What was the US's chance of dying from ... by rsm Wow, so the psychology of a player can affect the outcome of a ... by Jimmy Connors In reply to Robin Soderling. Indeed, the career boost from ... by Tom T. Plus 10 more... Related Stories The economics of NBA contracts Work from home, and golf NBA (CEO) fact of the day  ( 5 min )
  • Open

    10 Underrated 1980s Action Movies You Proabably Haven’t Seen
    The decade that brought us the first installments of franchises “Die Hard”, “Lethal Weapon”, “Police Story”, “First Blood/Rambo”, and “Beverly Hills Cop”. That alone shows what a decade it was for the genre. Paul Verhoeven gave us “RoboCop”, John Carpenter has blessed us with “Escape from New York” and “Big Trouble in Little China” and […]  ( 8 min )
  • Open

    Unifying Design-Based and Model-Based Sampling Inference (my talk this Wednesday morning at the Joint Statistical Meetings in Toronto)
    Wed 9 Aug 10:30am: Unifying Design-Based and Model-Based Sampling Inference A well-known rule in practical survey research is to include weights when estimating a population average but not to use weights when fitting a regression model—as long as the regression … Continue reading →  ( 9 min )
  • Open

    Hiroshima's Anniversary Marks an Injustice Done to Blast Survivors
    On this date 78 years ago, the first atomic bomb fell on Hiroshima. Survivors involuntarily provided key medical data for years, without receiving any help

  • Open

    position at the Technical University of Munich (TUM)
    Mathias Drton from TUM pointed out this opening in his department: The Technical University of Munich (TUM) invites applications for the prestigious Rudolf Mößbauer Tenure Track Assistant Professorships to be appointed in spring 2024. The position is a W2 fixed-term (6 year) tenure-track professorship with the possibility for promotion to a tenured W3. Within its […]  ( 7 min )
  • Open

    position at the Technical University of Munich (TUM)
    Mathias Drton from TUM pointed out this opening in his department: The Technical University of Munich (TUM) invites applications for the prestigious Rudolf Mößbauer Tenure Track Assistant Professorships to be appointed in spring 2024. The position is a W2 fixed-term (6 year) tenure-track professorship with the possibility for promotion to a tenured W3. Within its […]  ( 7 min )
  • Open

    How I Find Paying Markets For My Freelance Writing
    The money is out there, if you know where to look Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 8 min )
    The Magic Art of Saying More with Less
    Metonymy and Synecdoche — A linguistic close-up Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 8 min )
  • Open

    Dominican Republic fact of the day
    The Dominican Republic 🇩🇴 is experiencing a remarkable convergence in per capita income with the US, outpacing all other Latin American countries. With the right policies, it has the potential to become an advanced economy within the next four decades. ➡️ https://t.co/s8ofH9u1B9 pic.twitter.com/wJ7MSy48k7 — IMF (@IMFNews) August 4, 2023 The post Dominican Republic fact of the day appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to So Much For Subtlety. Why punish me for choosing ... by rsm In reply to So Much For Subtlety. Why isn't it patently ... by rsm In reply to Hazel Meade. There's always an endless of list of ... by So Much For Subtlety In reply to skyzyks. Come on. Who in their right mind would ... by So Much For Subtlety In reply to Lorenzo di MeGeechi. Coca production? Armed ... by So Much For Subtlety Plus 10 more... Related Stories Sam Peltzman on American happiness Suicide rates The Rise in American Pain  ( 4 min )
    Saturday assorted links
    1. Interview with David Garrow.  I found this a fascinating piece, one of the best of the year.  But it says as much about Garrow as Obama — how you can be that much of a grump?  How much “authenticity” do you expect from a president anyway? 2. Does surname diversity imply more innovation? 3. […] The post Saturday assorted links appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to mackong. Perhaps you expect Richard Hoste to be ... by mdap In reply to Robert. The piece makes clear he's not gone. ... by Bobster #1: A very strange piece. I don't think Garrow came across as a ... by M In reply to ceibus. How fortuitous that the only acceptable ... by mdap In reply to Context is that which is farce. It would be ... by mdap Plus 10 more...  ( 4 min )
    Health Alert: Your Survival Odds May Increase When Surgeons Take a Break!
    Another bit from my review in the WSJ of Random Acts of Medicine by Jena and Worsham: The authors do not always endear themselves to their colleagues. In one intriguing study spanning a decade and involving 200,000 patients, a surprising revelation emerged. Patients who happened to have a heart attack during a week when hot-shot […] The post Health Alert: Your Survival Odds May Increase When Surgeons Take a Break! appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to Lord Action. Except these are heart attacks which ... by aaron Alex does not know the difference between a cardiothoracic ... by Med-Econ In reply to Lord Action. Socio-economic status is not ... by Action Lord In reply to Lord Action. “It's random in that neither you ... by Lord Action In reply to EdR. Provide a proof the measurement is wrong ... by Action Lord Plus 10 more... Related Stories Left Digit Bias in Medicine Behavioral Economics and ChatGPT: From William Shakespeare to Elena Ferrante The Amy Finkelstein and Liran Einav health care plan  ( 5 min )
    Progress in Sri Lanka
    …for Sri Lanka, the only country in the region to default on its official debt amid the economic squeeze caused by the pandemic and the Ukraine war, these are sunny days. Tourism revenue and remittances from Sri Lankan workers overseas have come roaring back. Inflation, which reached 70% last September, was back down to 6.3% […] The post Progress in Sri Lanka appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to Dismalist. … No, that government simply ... by Eltz In reply to Eltz. The German hyperinflation ended, inflation ... by Dismalist In reply to dearieme. Sorry to break this to you, but ... by Bill Our boycott of French wines leaves us with money in our pockets ... by dearieme In reply to Greener than thou. How come Masanobu Fukuoka was ... by rsm Plus 9 more... Related Stories My views on the UFO hearings The European Visa Mess Emergent Ventures India, Cohort Five  ( 5 min )
    *Unshackled*
    The subtitle is A practical guide for highly-skilled immigrants to thrive in the United States, and the authors are Soundarya Balasubramani and Sameer Khedekar, just published.  Covers all of the main immigration options into the United States in clear, understandable language.  Even if you do not wish to come, this is perhaps the best and […] The post *Unshackled* appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments if you need to see an immigrant make an armed harvard harm ... by hum pinh kipling Highly skilled vs. low-skilled immigrants. There's a big ... by rayward In reply to steve. “ I would recommend it as a condition of ... by Reason I hope they'll include a link to this video. ... by dearieme Interesting that the verb in the title is “thrive”, whereas ... by Worley Plus 7 more... Related Stories Left Digit Bias in Medicine Behavioral Economics and ChatGPT: From William Shakespeare to Elena Ferrante One simple reason why travel is important  ( 4 min )
    The power of the agenda setter
    We model legislative decision-making with an agenda setter who can propose policies sequentially, tailoring each proposal to the status quo that prevails after prior votes. Voters are sophisticated and the agenda setter cannot commit to future proposals. Nevertheless, the agenda setter obtains her favorite outcome in every equilibrium regardless of the initial default policy. Central […] The post The power of the agenda setter appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to EdR. Don't expect it to improve. The old joke, ... by Komori In reply to asdf. He was writing as Hoste back in the pre- ... by Anon Essentially the EU “parliament”, which never passes ... by Treeamigo In reply to asdf. A 'Clash of Civilizations' idea is crude, ... by M In reply to M. Not just parliamentary systems, but some ... by mkt42 Plus 10 more... Related Stories The true nature of American polarization One worry I have about the costs of climate change My views on the UFO hearings  ( 5 min )
  • Open

    10 Reasons Why “Oppenheimer” Is a Modern Masterpiece
    Christopher Nolan’s three-hour biographical drama starring Cillian Murphy as J. Robert Oppenheimer, the famed theoretical physicist who played a pivotal role in developing the first atomic bomb as part of the Manhattan Project in World War II, finally hit cinemas on July 21. Based on the non-fiction novel “American Prometheus” and led by a powerhouse […]  ( 9 min )
  • Open

    Search the Sky, by Frederik Pohl and C. M. Kornbluth
    A man visits several worlds as he attempts to discover why humanity is dying out.  ( 2 min )
  • Open

    useful tip regarding mobile accessibility
    You can stop using user-scalable=no and maximum-scale=1 in viewport meta tags now [roger]  ( 1 min )
  • Open

    Norton’s Dome
    Can you roll a ball with exactly enough energy to reach the top of a dome, and have it reach the top in a finite amount of time? I’m going to idealize the hell out of this problem so we can easily study it using math. So: no friction, no air resistance… in fact, none […]  ( 8 min )
  • Open

    Norton’s Dome
    Can you roll a ball with exactly enough energy to reach the top of a dome, and have it reach the top in a finite amount of time? I’m going to idealize the hell out of this problem so we can easily study it using math. So: no friction, no air resistance… in fact, none […]  ( 8 min )
  • Open

    What is a standard error?
    I spoke at a session with the above title at the American Economic Association meeting a few months ago. It was organized by Serena Ng and Elie Tamer, and the other talks were given by Patrick Kline, James Powell, Jeffrey … Continue reading →  ( 13 min )
  • Open

    Six Ways to Stay Safe Outdoors in Extreme Heat
    As summers get hotter and longer, experts provide advice on how to survive heat-related emergencies
    Are Naps Good for You?
    Here’s the science on whether naps have short- and long-term benefits for your health
  • Open

    Model life tables by @ellis2013nz
    I am working to improve my knowledge of demography. This is something I've only had a relatively superficial engagement with but it's an important part of the responsibilities of the team where I work. A key tool in demography is a "life table", wh... Continue reading: Model life tables by @ellis2013nz  ( 17 min )
    Resolving A Bluesky/AT Protocol did:plc To A Handle/Handles
    I’m just putting this here so the LLM/GPT overlords (and, mebbe even legacy search engines) can get it indexed and use the content from it to help others. My Bluesky firehose viewer (https://gitlab.com/hrbrmstr/bskyf) displays ugly did:plc identifiers for users, and the way to ... Continue reading: Resolving A Bluesky/AT Protocol did:plc To A Handle/Handles  ( 8 min )
  • Open

    Weekend reads: Death penalty for prof who killed whistleblower; psychiatry dept. shakeup after suicide in clinical trial; how scientific communication became highly profitable
    Would you consider a donation to support Weekend Reads, and our daily work? Retraction Watch turned 13 on Thursday. The week also featured: Our list of retracted or withdrawn COVID-19 papers is up to nearly 350. There are now 42,000 retractions in our database — which powers retraction alerts in Edifix, EndNote, LibKey, Papers, and Zotero. The Retraction Watch Hijacked Journal Checker now contains 200 titles. … Continue reading Weekend reads: Death penalty for prof who killed whistleblower; psychiatry dept. shakeup after suicide in clinical trial; how scientific communication became highly profitable  ( 9 min )
  • Open

    Something for nothing
    The following is a Facebook advertisement for how people from Hong Kong can readily gain permanent residency in Canada.  Check out the unusual Sinoglyph inside the red bubble. The disyllabic expression is báihāo 白薅, where bái 白 is a very common character meaning "white; blank; plain; gratuitous", while many people, even those who are moderately literate, are […]  ( 11 min )
    Skunk stunk
    Two nights ago, it was raining heavily, with lightning and thunder every so often.  As I was peering out into the blackness of my backyard, all of a sudden, a bright light flashed on.  At first I thought it was lightning, but then I realized that someone or something had set off the light.  It […]  ( 12 min )

  • Open

    Contextual Integrity for Differential Privacy #4 [23w5106]
    Mostly short talks. First talk by Thomas Seinke (Google) on interpreting ε, with a side wondering of mine on the relation between exp(ε) and the uncertainty that comes with Monte Carlo outcome. Which may relate to this 2022 paper by Ruobin Gong. Second talk by Gautam Kamath (U Waterloo) on large language models under privacy […]  ( 7 min )
  • Open

    Contextual Integrity for Differential Privacy #4 [23w5106]
    Mostly short talks. First talk by Thomas Seinke (Google) on interpreting ε, with a side wondering of mine on the relation between exp(ε) and the uncertainty that comes with Monte Carlo outcome. Which may relate to this 2022 paper by Ruobin Gong. Second talk by Gautam Kamath (U Waterloo) on large language models under privacy […]  ( 7 min )
  • Open

    Sun Kwai Heung in Hong Kong, Hong Kong
    Barbeque, or siu mei, is a crucial part of Cantonese cuisine, and Hong Kong is full of shops and restaurants that excel at it. Everyone has their favorite, and for a lot of siu mei aficionados, that’s Sun Kwai Heung, a humble little take-out spot in the far eastern reaches of Hong Kong island.  Everything is made on-site, from crispy-skinned roast pork to soy sauce chicken, to char siu, barbecued pork butt that is dipped in a gloriously sticky maltose glaze. The latter, in particular, is their specialty, and it’s not surprising to find a queue spilling out onto the sidewalk at certain hours of the day when it’s due to come out of the oven.  You can customize your order by letting the staff know how fatty you’d like the char siu to be – if you’re unsure, boon fei sau, which means “half-lean half-fat,” is a good place to start. Char siu—or any Cantonese barbecue, in fact—can be enjoyed on its own as a snack or appetizer, like charcuterie, or pair it with plain rice to make it a proper meal.  ( 13 min )
    Bound in Hong Kong, Hong Kong
    In a city full of flashy, mixologist-led bars, Bound, located in a relatively nondescript block among neighborhood eateries and knick-knack shops of Kowloon, is a refreshing antidote. Not to say that this low-fi hangout doesn’t make a proper drink—it just does so without taking itself too seriously. It’s one of the few places you’ll find cocktails made with Chinese liquors, from the traditional rice-based Yuk Bing Siu, to Magnolia, a recent local invention featuring Chinese medicinal herbs. If you’re not in the mood for cocktails, there’s an excellent rotation of craft beers, both imported and local, on tap, bottled, or canned, as well as mocktails, and a neat menu of Asian-inspired dishes, from Okinawan taco rice to Sichuan fried chicken. Stop by any time of day (they also do great coffees)—it’s the kind of place where anything goes and you certainly wouldn’t be judged for day-drinking.  ( 13 min )
    Mui Kee in Hong Kong, Hong Kong
    Many of Hong Kong’s dai pai dongs (street stalls) have either closed down or moved indoors over the years, and fortunately for congee lovers, Mui Kee belongs in the latter category. Opened in 1979 as a street stall, and now located on the top floor of a wet market, Mui Kee specializes in fish broth-based congee. Toppings are cooked to order, and each serving of congee is finished off in a copper pot on extremely high heat, in a manner similar to stir-frying in a wok. Congee purveyors using this technique are few and far between these days, making them a rare gem—little wonder that the stall is busy even in summer, despite the lack of air conditioning.  Fresh fish belly is a specialty here, but you’ll find all the classic toppings like pork meatballs, sliced beef, pork innards. and century egg, as well as essential side dishes like savory Chinese doughnuts and steamed rice rolls.  ( 13 min )
    Bakehouse in Hong Kong, Hong Kong
    The Hong Kong-style egg tart, with its jiggly custard center and just-baked pastry crust, sits proudly on almost every local bakery's shelves, and has done so for the better half of the past century. So for a Swiss-Frenchman to change up the recipe, and make his version an absolute hit that has queues round the block with tourists and locals alike, is no mean feat.  This baker, Grégoire Michaud, cut his teeth in the pastry kitchens of five-star hotels, and when he launched his own brick-and-mortar, Bakehouse, he wanted to pay tribute to the city he's called home for the past couple of decades by creating his spin on this local favorite.  His egg tart has a flaky laminated sourdough base; its center meltingly creamy, and intensely eggy, but it’s not the only thing you should get—the pretzel croissant is satisfyingly chewy, sprinkled with just the right amount of salt, and the beef rendang pie will make your palate sing. Keep an eye out for one-off seasonal specials.  ( 14 min )
    Seminary of the Immaculate Conception in Lloyd Harbor, New York
    Established in 1930 on a plot of 200 acres in Lloyd Harbor on Long Island, the Seminary of the Immaculate Conception trained future clergy members in the Diocese of Rockville Center, including Nassau and Suffolk counties, for 82 years, until the educational programming relocated to Yonkers in 2012. But before the land was purchased by the diocese in 1924, it was owned by Ronald Roy Conklin, a descendant of the original colonizers of Huntington and the owner of the North American Trust Company, which grew from a successful real estate partnership. Conklin and his wife, the famous opera singer Mary McFadden, settled on what was then known as Rosemary Farm in 1913, living in a 30-room mansion overlooking Lloyd Harbor. Perhaps more fascinating though, is a treasure that lies just beyond the ruins of the home—an outdoor amphitheater built as a gift for McFadden. Designed by Frederick Law Olmstead, of Central Park and Prospect Park fame, it hosted the National Red Cross Pageant in 1917, drawing thousands of guests and featuring a march led by John Philip Sousa. The amphitheater had an unusual design, with a moat in the center separating the audience and the performers on stage—quite the way to handle pesky hecklers! When the property was purchased by the diocese, the amphitheater fell into disuse, but has since been restored by the folks at the seminary. Few venture beyond the main building to explore the wonders in the backyard.  ( 14 min )
    My Cup of Tea in Hong Kong, Hong Kong
    Dairy isn’t part of the traditional Hong Kong diet, yet most Hongkongers would consider local-style milk tea a staple, and even a symbol of the Hong Kong identity. A much stronger brew than the British original, nai cha, as Hong Kong-style milk tea is known, is made of Ceylon tea and unsweetened evaporated milk, which became widely available after the Second World War.  These days, it’s found everywhere from fast food restaurants to cha chaan tengs (diners serving localized Western food). Despite being the default caffeine hit of the city’s denizens, surprisingly few places have made the drink their focus.  My Cup of Tea isn’t devoid of food (there’s a small menu of cha chaan teng classics like fluffy white bread omelet sandwiches), but it’s first and foremost a tea bar, insisting on making their own blend of tea, and putting the brewing station front and center of the diminutive shop. They even host milk tea-making workshops, believing that the beverage isn’t just sustenance, but an important part of the city’s culture and history.  ( 13 min )
    Puerta de la Sagra in Madrid, Spain
    During construction works of the new Royal Collections Gallery, a set of ancient ruins was found. They include a section of the oldest Muslim wall, including several remains of houses attached and a pillar, part of the original gate of that primitive Madrid. The wall was built in the late 9th century and made of large limestone ashlars, similar in technique to the nearby Tower of Bones and the Arab Wall. However, the remains found here are even older. Among these vestiges, it has been interpreted that a door of three meters (almost 10 feet) would correspond to that first gate of Madrid, the Puerta de la Sagra, (Xagra, in Arabic) very similar to the Puerta de Alcántara in Toledo.  All of these elements are linked to the origins of the foundation of Madrid by the Umayyad emir Muhammad I, in which the existence of a fortress in this place was justified because of its location. It bordered the Christian kingdoms of the north and sat on a high plateau protected by cliffs.  After being hidden for centuries, the ruins have been incorporated into the permanent collection of the new museum and can be seen through a large glass. A video is projected in an adjoining room where the archaeological site is always in sight. The different parts of the old wall are illuminated. The exhibit shows the evolution of that ancient walled enclosure, first Muslim and then Christian, as well as the construction of the old Alcazar from the Habsburg dynasty to the current Royal Palace built on the Versailles style by the Bourbons in the 18th century.  ( 14 min )
    A Map of the 'Disunited States' Shows the Fears of Civil War–Era America
    It’s 1864, and the Civil War is raging. But southern secession isn’t the only danger threatening the Union. The United States has plenty of other enemies, foreign and domestic. If they got their way, this is what the formerly united states would look like—not two, but four nations jostling for space and supremacy on the land mass between the Pacific and Atlantic. The map title reads: Our Country as Traitors & Tyrants Would Have It; or Map of the Disunited States.”It was published in New York by H.H. Lloyd & Co. In blue, it shows a maximalist version of the Confederate States of America (CSA). The core of the CSA was composed of seven Southern, slave-holding states who seceded following the election of Abraham Lincoln in November 1860: Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana…  ( 19 min )
    The Old European Tombs in Pune, India
    All across the city of Pune, around every corner, one can find something interesting which takes one back in time, to a bygone era that might be years to decades to centuries old. Along an inner road, a short distance away from St. Paul's Church near Pune Railway Station, in the center of the city, there is an empty patch of land along the side. In the corner of the plot are a number of interesting ancient stone structures. As one observes keenly, they are revealed to be old tombs.  According to sources, these are European tombs from the 19th century. Historians, archaeologists, and other experts have studied them and have arrived at a number of possibilities regarding their origin and details. Some say these belonged to German soldiers from around 1850, while others are of the opinion that they date back to around 1817 and are of French soldiers who were said to be a part of the Peshwa Army.  One of the tombs is dome-shaped, supported with stone pillars. According to experts, it belonged to the wife of a French soldier. Along with soldiers, some of the tombs are also said to be those of local Europeans of that era. However, due to the withering of the plaques, it is difficult to ascertain the exact details with any degree of certainty.  One of the tombs has a tree growing vertically out of the stone slab. Another one has mysterious circular symbols carved over its sides. Then there is one which is completely covered with creepers while another has a gnarled tree trunk resting at an angle over its top. Since this place is along an inner road, not many people know of its existence, despite it being located in the center of the city.  It is a fascinating spot to explore on a weekend and thus discover this lesser-known side of the city’s history, particularly for people who have a penchant for mysteries.  ( 13 min )
    Monastery of Santa Clara-a-Velha in Coimbra, Portugal
    Coimbra is one of the oldest cities in Portugal. Home to the most prestigious university in the country, it served as the first capital of the Kingdom of Portugal and has had a strong monastic presence ever since. Across the river from the main part of town stands the ruined Monastery of Santa Clara-a-Velha. Originally founded by Lady Mor in the late 13th century, it became a favorite of Queen Elizabeth of Portugal, who built her palace next door. The monastery operated until the early 17th century, when flooding from the Mondego River forced the nuns to move uphill and leave the monastery. And there it sat for 300 years, until it was excavated in the late 20th century. Santa Clara-a-Velha is most famous for being the execution site for Ines de Castro. In 1340, King Afonso IV arranged the marriage between his son Pedro and Constanza Manuel of Castille. Much to Afonso's displeasure, Pedro fell madly in love with Constanza's cousin Ines, and installed her in Coimbra as his mistress. Constanza gave birth to a son and heir to the throne, but after she died in 1349, Pedro refused to marry any other woman except Ines. Fearing her influence on Pedro and any future sons they might have, in 1355 Afonso had Ines murdered in the Santa Clara-a-Velha monastery. Pedro had her killers brutally executed, and when Afonso died and Pedro became king, the legend goes that he had Ines' body exhumed and coronated as Queen. Today, Pedro and Ines are buried together in nearby Alcobaca, but their story has become one of the most well-known tragedies in Portuguese history. As for the monastery itself, it still experiences flooding every now and then, but visitors are now able to access the lower floors of the old monastery, including the choir and old treasury. Santa Clara-a-Velha remains one of the most complete and historically important Gothic ruins in the entire country.  ( 13 min )
    The Modak and The Mount Street Lamps in Pune, India
    Shrimant Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati Mandir is an iconic temple of Lord Ganesh in Pune. It was established more than a hundred years ago and is a divine shrine for pilgrims. Around the vicinity of the temple, in the busy square, there have been installed a number of artistically-designed streetlamps. These beautiful lamps depict four mice holding a large Modak. As per Hindu traditions, Lord Ganesh’s divine mount is a mouse and his favorite food is Modak, a sweet dumpling dish popular in Indian culture. These street lamps are a thoughtful creation that add to the aesthetic beauty of the square around the temple. The design is in keeping with the sacred ambiance of the area. They enhance the aesthetic beauty of the temple’s vicinity.  ( 12 min )
    Monumental Church in Richmond, Virginia
    On December 26, 1811, some 600 people crammed into the Richmond Theatre to view a performance put on by the actors of the Placide and Green Company. Following the first act, a crew member raised a lit chandelier catching fire to the oil-painted hemp backgrounds. The fire spread quickly through the poorly designed theater, which was built to hold no more than 500 people. Despite the heroic attempts of an enslaved man named Gilbert Hunt and other brave guests, 72 people including acting governor George Smith perished in the nearly 1,000-degree Fahrenheit flames, reducing the once great theater to ash and rubble. In 1814, the Monumental Church was built to memorialize those who perished during the great fire. In front of the church rests an urn, inscribed with the victims' names. Underneath the church lays a crypt in which the victims.  ( 12 min )
    Wonder Is Everywhere: Spider Wrestling, the Return of the Giant Peanut, and More from Around the Web
    Wonder is everywhere. That’s why, every other week, Atlas Obscura drags you down some of the rabbit holes we encounter as we search for our unusual stories. We highlight surprising finds, great writing, and inspiring stories from some of our favorite publications. The Appalachian Trail Keeps Getting Longer by Lizzie Johnson and Lauren Tierney, Washington Post When it was completed in 1937, the Appalachian Trail stretched 2,050 miles from Georgia to Maine. Today, it is almost 2,200 miles. The Washington Post has mapped the most substantial of the thousands of route changes—and the highway construction, exhausted hikers, and bad smells behind them. On Laro Ng Gagamba, the Filipino Pastime of Spider Wrestling by Gideon Lasco, Sapiens A fear of spiders, or arachnophobia, is commo…  ( 20 min )
    Riviera Ballroom in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin
    The Riviera Ballroom, built in 1933, was a regional destination for live music from its opening until the early 1980s. The ballroom was the site of numerous performers that included Glenn Miller, Cab Calloway, Louis Armstrong, and Duke Ellington among many others. Singers of the era that performed there included Nat King Cole, Dean Martin, Mel Torme, the Andrew Sisters, Ella Fitzgerald, Doris Day, Perry Como, Billie Holiday, and Lena Horne to name just a few.    In 1972, the Riviera Ballroom was turned into a privately-operated nightclub called “Top Deck” which operated until the early 1980s. Artists who performed at Top Deck included Donna Summer, Chubby Checker, Herman’s Hermits, Gary Puckett and the Union Gap, Gloria Gaynor, Chaka Khan, the Village People, and Cheap Trick, among others. A more complete list of the performers is listed on the wall on the 1st floor of the Riviera building (which is open to the public and has several small shops open from spring to fall). The ballroom recently underwent an extensive renovation and now is a popular venue for weddings and other private, special events. While usually not open to walk-through, the inside is clearly visible from the exterior windows on the second-floor landing.  ( 13 min )
    Why Is 'X' Such a Big Deal?
    This story was originally published on The Conversation and appears here under a Creative Commons license. Even though x is one of the least-used letters in the English alphabet, it appears throughout American culture—from Stan Lee’s X-Men superheroes to “The X-Files” TV series. The letter x often symbolizes something unknown, with an air of mystery that can be appealing—just look at Elon Musk with SpaceX, Tesla’s Model X, and now X as a new name for Twitter. You might be most familiar with x from math class. Many algebra problems use x as a variable, to stand in for an unknown quantity. But why is x the letter chosen for this role? When and where did this convention begin? There are a few different explanations that math enthusiasts have put forward—some citing translation, others…  ( 21 min )
    How Summer Road-Trippers Put a Southern French Sweet on the Map
    Many a French summer holidaymaker in the 1950s, stuck in an un-air-conditioned backseat on their way to the coast, would grow gleeful over an odd but charming sight: windows rolling down to welcome the wares of (car)door to (car)door nougat salesmen, peddling the confection along the infamous seven-hour traffic jams congesting the Nationale 7 trunk road—N7 for short. This chewy, taffy-like treat is emblematic of the local terroir, featuring Provence’s lavender honey and sweet almonds. While nougat can be found anywhere from Marseille to Avignon, Montélimar, located about halfway between Lyon and the Mediterranean coast, has been a cradle for the confection for centuries—and the presence of nougatiers on the Nationale was a distinctly Montélimar phenomenon. “The N7 made . . . I’m not su…  ( 25 min )
  • Open

    ChatGPT Has Infiltrated Kindle; Should Writers Be Worried?
    The amount of AI-written books on Kindle is mind-boggling Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 9 min )
    You Should Cringe At Your Old Writing — It Means You’ve Improved
    Progress is the only thing that matters Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 8 min )
  • Open

    Minneapolis Police Department to split into two bureaus
    Plus: The Minnesotans helping to keep Canada's wildfires at bay; regulating the new THC market; man arrested for stealing fish worth $2,500; both directions of Interstate 35W through Bloomington and Richfield closed this weekend; and more.  ( 7 min )
    METRO B Line should move to Marshall in St. Paul; rebuild Selby as pedestrian mall
    Clearly, Selby is a street for people, and not a street for a high-frequency bus rapid transit line.  ( 14 min )
    Metro Transit logs 45,000 fare enforcement contacts, but how many people got tickets?
    The Metro Transit police chief says the agency is taking an "educational approach" to fare enforcement. For now.  ( 18 min )
    Did Florida decide that its middle school curriculum will include that some enslaved people benefited from slavery?
    Yes. In establishing new social studies standards for middle school students on July 19, 2023, the Florida Board of Education included mention of enslaved people developing skills.  ( 6 min )
    Did a Marquette University poll find that 50% of US Republicans don’t believe that Donald Trump had classified documents at Mar-a-Lago?
    Yes. A national poll released by Marquette University Law School in Milwaukee found half of Republican respondents believed former President Donald Trump had classified materials at his Florida estate and the other half did not.  ( 7 min )
    Does an Illinois law allow undocumented immigrants to work as police officers?
    No. A state law approved by Gov. J.B. Pritzker will allow migrants legally authorized to work in the U.S. to become police officers in Illinois.  ( 9 min )
    In downtown Minneapolis, historic Young-Quinlan building looks to evolve retail space
    With the majority of the building's office space occupied, the property's owners mull ideas for first floor retail.  ( 10 min )
    No, rethinking I-94 is not ‘too ambitious’
    Historical scrutiny about the effects of urban freeways on communities, combined with the urgent need for climate action, makes the question of “too much ambition” posed in a recent Star Tribune editorial sound silly.  ( 19 min )
    D.C. Memo: Partisan divide again over Trump’s latest indictment
    Plus: Farm bill comes to Farmfest.  ( 14 min )
    So, can you sell your homegrown weed?
    The state could ban or regulate the sale of marijuana even by individuals who grow it on their farms or in their backyards.  ( 12 min )
  • Open

    Heat Waves Could Kill Off Human-Bred Mosquitoes
    Rising heat could debilitate mosquitoes bred to slow the transmission of viruses such as yellow fever and dengue
    Why Homes Often Feel Warmer Than the Thermostat Suggests
    The reason some homes feel hotter than their air temperature has to do with radiant heat. Here’s what to do about it
    The Fungi Economy, Part 1: Just Like Us, Trees Are Experiencing Inflation
    Like us, plants and fungi have complex economies. By burning fossil fuels, we’ve been devaluing their currency.
    How Seeing the Milky Way Helped Us Discover the Whole Universe
    Marvel for a moment at the Milky Way’s night-sky spectacle—and the scientific revolutions it has sparked
    Journalism Is a Public Good and Should Be Publicly Funded
    U.S. journalism needs to be treated as a “public good” like roads, schools and bridges
    A Background 'Hum' Pervades the Universe. Scientists Are Racing to Find Its Source
    Astronomers are now seeking to pinpoint the origins of an exciting new form of gravitational waves that was announced earlier this year
  • Open

    Ho�ng Xu�n S�nh's Thesis
    An account of Ho�ng Xu�n S�nh's thesis, the history leading up to it, and the mathematics in it.  ( 2 min )
    Who Introduced the Term "Categorical Group"?
    I'm writing a paper in honor of Ho�ng Xu�n S�nh's 90th birthday, and I'm running into a lot of questions. The term "categorical group" is often used to mean a group object in Cat; these days we also call...  ( 3 min )
  • Open

    Hoàng Xuân Sính's Thesis
    An account of Hoàng Xuân Sính's thesis, the history leading up to it, and the mathematics in it.  ( 2 min )
    En France!
    I don’t have a lot to say this week. I’ve been busy moving, in preparation for my new job in the Fall. Moving internationally hasn’t left a lot of time, or mental space, for science, or even for taking a nice photo for this post! But I’ll pick up again next week, with Amplitudes, my […]  ( 9 min )
    Who Introduced the Term "Categorical Group"?
    I'm writing a paper in honor of Hoàng Xuân Sính's 90th birthday, and I'm running into a lot of questions. The term "categorical group" is often used to mean a group object in Cat; these days we also call...  ( 3 min )
  • Open

    Mundane corrections to the dishonesty literature
    There is a good deal of coverage of the more shocking reasons that papers on the psychology of dishonesty by Dan Ariely and Francesca Gino need to be corrected or retracted. I thought I’d share a more mundane example — … Continue reading →  ( 16 min )
    Fully Bayesian computing: Don’t collapse the wavefunction until it’s absolutely necessary.
    Kevin Gray writes: In marketing research, it’s common practice to use averages of MCMC draws in Bayesian hierarchical models as estimates of individual consumer preferences. For example, we might conduct choice modeling among 1,500 consumers and analyze the data with … Continue reading →  ( 11 min )
  • Open

    The devil you know
    A recent NY Times/Siena College poll finds Donald Trump with a big lead among Republicans, with 54% vs. 17% for Ron DeSantis and a combined 13% for the next five.   Does this mean that he has an unbreakable grip on the party, or just that people are familiar with Trump and not with the other candidates?  Most people don't pay much attention to politics, especially when the next election is far off.  So if someone thinks that things were pretty good when Trump was president and doesn't know much about the other possibilities, they may default to Trump.  How many people like that are there?  There's a historical example that sheds some light on this question.  In 1980, Gerald Ford didn't actively run for the nomination, but he indicated that it was a possibility and it wasn't until March 15 …  ( 9 min )
  • Open

    Friday assorted links
    1. “(If anyone out there can explain why homoerotic fascists keep seeking my company, please let me know.)”  More on BAP, from The Atlantic by Graeme Wood. 2. If you give people a free 10k, what will they do with it? 3. Why tourists no longer want to go to China (WSJ). 4. The economic […] The post Friday assorted links appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to EdR. There is an optimistic counterpoint to this ... by sxb In reply to The Scary Black Hundreder. I wouldn't describe ... by mkt42 In reply to TA. Why is it anyone's business what ppl do with ... by rsm In reply to Bill Allen. > The anti-liberal argument that the ... by okay 1) ... by Ian Plus 10 more...  ( 4 min )
    The true nature of American polarization
    Adding marital status to the mix, the GOP advantage among married men shoots up to 20 points (59% Republican to 39% Democrat) and shrinks among unmarried men to just 7 points (52% Republican to 45% Democrat). But what most people don’t know, including everyone who works at Politico apparently, is that among married women, Republicans still maintain […] The post The true nature of American polarization appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to Reason. If the GOP ran a decent candidate they ... by steve In reply to asdf. Personal experience leads me to believe ... by Mark Z In reply to Bill. ^ Exactly what a fake Bill would say. by TMC In reply to Hazel Meade. So quit sleeping around. Stop ... by Apso In reply to Hazel Meade. “My bet is that probably married ... by Lord Action Plus 10 more... Related Stories One worry I have about the costs of climate change My views on the UFO hearings The political impact of social media has been grossly overrated  ( 5 min )
    Will AI boost autocratic regimes?
    Maybe not: An emerging literature suggests that Artificial Intelligence (AI) can greatly enhance autocrats’ repressive capability and strengthen authoritarian control. This paper argues that AI’s ability to do so may be hampered by existing repressive institutions. In particular, I suggest that autocrats suffer from a “Digital Dictator’s Dilemma,” a repression-information trade-off in which citizens’ strategic […] The post Will AI boost autocratic regimes? appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments Almost on topic. It seems that ML can not only help you amplify ... by dearieme In reply to Rahul. Sadly, this is what counts as scholarship ... by Oldcurmudgeon In reply to dearieme. Damnation! This was meant as a reply to ... by dearieme Fair enough, but the post above suggests that it's really ... by dearieme In reply to Rahul. Indeed, claims based upon zero evidence ... by JWatts Plus 10 more...  ( 5 min )
  • Open

    Cheese-Filled Toasted Ravioli
    To make this St. Louis specialty, fill thin pasta dough with a mixture of ricotta and mozzarella, then bread and fry your ravioli until lightly crisp—and don’t forget the marinara sauce for dunking.  ( 20 min )
    Buffalo Chicken Salad
    A salad made for the Buffalo wing lover in your life.  ( 16 min )
    Stretchy and Sustainable, These Silicone Covers Are Truly Excellent for Food Storage
    We break down why GIR Stretch Covers are a handy, sustainable alternative to single-use food covers.  ( 14 min )
    We Shucked 150 Oysters to Find the Best Oyster Knives
    The best oyster knives dispatched dozens and dozens of oysters quickly and easily.  ( 28 min )
  • Open

    Your Book Review: The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich
    Finalist #12 in the Book Review Contest
    Hidden Open Thread 287.5
    ...
    More Memorable Passages From "The Man Without A Face"
    ...
  • Open

    Just sayin'
    The third verse of Ben Sidran's song Can We Talk (track 5 on the 2013 album Don't Cry For No Hipster) repeats the couplet "I'm not sayin'; I'm just sayin'": Your browser does not support the audio element. This reminded me of a LLOG Post of Yore: "Just sayin'", 1/11/2012, which tried to answer a […]  ( 10 min )
  • Open

    Former postdoc who admitted to faking data pleads guilty to attempted forgery
    A cancer researcher who admitted to faking data has pleaded guilty to attempted forgery in a case involving letters of recommendation he passed off as coming from his former supervisor.  Last year, Georgios Laliotis, a former postdoc at The Ohio State University, was charged with forgery for allegedly creating a fake email address with the … Continue reading Former postdoc who admitted to faking data pleads guilty to attempted forgery  ( 8 min )
  • Open

    Book Review: A Physician’s Quest to Treat Multiple Sclerosis
    In “The Face Laughs While the Brain Cries: The Education of a Doctor,” renowned neuroimmunologist Stephen L. Hauser blends personal history with accounts of his groundbreaking research into understanding multiple sclerosis and the development of novel therapies for managing the disease’s symptoms.  ( 12 min )
  • Open

    Exploring R’s Versatile str() Function: Unraveling Your Data with Ease!
    Introduction Continue reading: Exploring R’s Versatile str() Function: Unraveling Your Data with Ease!  ( 12 min )
    Drawing a tubular path with Julia
    I implemented the framed closed curves exposed in Here is the Julia imp... Continue reading: Drawing a tubular path with Julia  ( 12 min )
    rOpenSci Champions Pilot Year: Training Wrap-Up
    Our first cohort of the rOpenSci Champions Program has now completed the first phase of their training. Continue reading: rOpenSci Champions Pilot Year: Training Wrap-Up  ( 18 min )
  • Open

    Quoting and requoting
    Someone asked on StackOverflow how to compute the kurtosis and its standard error using the survey package. They were thinking of using svyrecvar, the variance estimation function that underlies most things in the package. That’s not actually the easiest approach: svyrecvar works with estimating questions, but for the kurtosis we don’t have estimating functions and instead have an explicit definition in terms of totals: \[\kappa = \frac{E[(X-\mu)^4]}{E[(X-\mu)^2]^2}.\] It’s likely to be easier to work with svycontrast and represent \(\hat\kappa\) as a function of estimated moments.  ( 2 min )
  • Open

    Free Fallin'
    No content preview  ( 1 min )

  • Open

    Contextual Integrity for Differential Privacy #3 [23w5106]
    Morning of diverse short talks. First talk by Bei Jiang (Edmonton) on locally processed privacy for quantile estimation, which relates very much to our ongoing research with Stan, who is starting his ERC funded PhD on privacy. Randomised response, in having a positive probability of replacing indicators in the empirical cdf by a random or […]  ( 7 min )
  • Open

    Contextual Integrity for Differential Privacy #3 [23w5106]
    Morning of diverse short talks. First talk by Bei Jiang (Edmonton) on locally processed privacy for quantile estimation, which relates very much to our ongoing research with Stan, who is starting his ERC funded PhD on privacy. Randomised response, in having a positive probability of replacing indicators in the empirical cdf by a random or […]  ( 7 min )
  • Open

    Flip this Bad Newbie Writer Habit: Consuming More Content to Improve Instead of Writing and…
    3 ways to take advantage of your tendency to consume more than create content due to your lack of time to write Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 8 min )
    What To Do If You’re a Lucky Penny Writer
    This 5-piece system is saving me Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 8 min )
    Should You Self-Publish Your Novel?
    Some questions to guide your decision-making Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 8 min )
  • Open

    Swap Shop and Thunderbird Drive-In Theater in Fort Lauderdale, Florida
    Explore a South Florida 1960s relic that’s as in flux as the beachfront tides themselves. Every day at the Swap Shop is something new, with kitschy interiors and mysterious vendors that are always changing. Swap Shop is the perfect combination of mass-produced discount grime, liminal spaces, garage sales, and a perpetually creaky carnival. From ever-churning children’s rides to DIY robot statues, old movie promotional items, grillz makers, indoor go-karts, arcade machines, and flower shops, Swap Shop has it all. You can visit just to take in the nonsensical decorations or to try your luck shopping. If it exists, it exists at the Swap Shop in its most discounted, off-brand form. You can buy adult DVDs from a white windowless van and pick up themed tourist mugs just a few footsteps away. On weekends, visitors are treated to paid parking across the street with a bright yellow pedestrian bridge to safely usher them into the world of dust, rust, and mystery. The bridge has its own strange statues that help set the tone. Weekdays are calmer, allowing visitors to park closer to the building. Discounted flea market finds await at every corner. And for the empty stalls, relics of old movie promotional posters, dusty homemade decorations, and strange dioramas keep things entertaining. There are two floors of indoor booths plus semi-permanent outdoor container booths and an ever-changing lineup of cars selling their wares in the drive-in theater’s wavy parking lot. Speaking of cars, the building also seems to inexplicably host a collection of flashy collectible cars—though it has dwindled in size in recent years. Added bonus: Steve-O used to be a clown here before the TV show Jackass made it big.  ( 14 min )
    Llanthony Priory in Llanthony, Wales
    Constructed in the early 12th century as a rural sanctuary far from the perils of war, Llanthony Priory continues to offer visitors a retreat from the pitfalls of modern life, even if the building itself hasn’t stood the test of time. The grand abbey was founded by Norman knight William de Lacy, who—in a highly unconventional move for the time—traded the battlefield for religion, and created a hermitage in the shadows of Brecon’s Black Mountains. During the height of its popularity, up to 40 religious canons lived on-site at the abbey and visitors travelled to see it from around the world. Sadly this period of prosperity did not last. Following Henry VIII's set of 16th-century laws that worked to dissolve British monasteries, the site was largely abandoned and left to the elements. And yet, even as a ruin, the Monmouthshire site exudes a tranquil beauty befitting a monument that was once one of Wales’ great medieval buildings. Symmetrical stone arches still stand in a grand row, along with a few turret-topped stone towers, providing a sense of the scale of the original priory. So picturesque are the weathered remains that famed British artist J.M.W. Turner traveled here to paint them in 1794 (a watercolor that now hangs in the Tate Britain in London). And then, of course, there’s the pub. Hidden beneath the 900-year-old site, in what is thought to have once been the abbey’s cellar, is a wonderfully cozy undercroft bar, where in-the-know patrons duck down into a cave-like space to sample the selection of local ales on tap. The old-worldly drinking den is run by the Llanthony Priory Hotel, which is attached to the site. The hotel has been set up to retain a sense of the abbey’s original role as a retreat from the modern world, and, as such, offers no in-room TVs, no wifi, and not even any mobile phone signal. Along with drawing hikers, history buffs, and quirky pub enthusiasts, the area is also famed for its stargazing credentials, offering exceptionally clear views of the cosmos after dark.  ( 13 min )
    Ah Louis Store in San Luis Obispo, California
    The Italianate-style storefront on the corner of Palm and Chorro Streets in San Luis Obispo, California, originally functioned as the retail establishment and residence of Ah Louis, a prominent Chinese-American entrepreneur, banker, and labor organizer. He was the de facto leader of the local community and is credited with significant contributions to regional commerce, agriculture, and industry. Established in 1874, the first floor of the building served as a counting house, post office, gathering place, pharmacy, and general store, trading in all manner of goods, including rum and opium; and it was the nucleus of Chinatown. The upper floor was the residence of Ah Louis and his family, including his eight children, from 1885 to 1936. Born in 1840 in the Guangdong Province of China, Ah L…  ( 14 min )
    Campana dei Caduti (Bell of the Fallen) in Rovereto, Italy
    The Bell of the Fallen looms over travelers from its perch in the Italian Alps and delivers a solemn message. Visitors can walk or drive up the winding, sun-soaked streets of this sub-alpine, Italian town to reach a natural promenade overlooking the Brenner Valley—home to the world's largest free-swinging bell. Guests can stand beneath it in awe of its size, or at sunset.  The bell is more than a novelty. It's a loud and living reminder of Italy's darkest history. The Italian front was one of the bloodiest of World War I, and the Brenner Valley saw more than its share of violence. In memory of the fallen, cannons from both sides of the conflict were melted and cast to create this peace memorial. Around the bell is a garden of sculptures and art installations.  ( 13 min )
    The Dick Lane Velodrome in East Point, Georgia
    If you think riding a bicycle is exciting, imagine racing 40 miles an hour along steep curves without extra gears or brakes to stop you. This scene happens frequently at the Dick Lane Velodrome, Atlanta’s official home of track cycling. While this velodrome is about to celebrate its 50th anniversary, many Atlantans are unfamiliar with this hidden gem. The Dick Lane Velodrome is located just eight miles south of downtown Atlanta, in East Point’s Sumner Park. Residents of East Point were inspired to create a velodrome after watching the 1972 Olympic Games in Munich. The group saw the racers on the Radstadion Velodrome in Olympiapark and decided they needed their own track. ( The course was completed in November 1974 at a cost of about $200,000. Some of the funds came from the Federal Bureau of Outdoor Recreation, the East Point Recreation Department, the State of Georgia, local civic groups, and East Point residents. Dick Lane, the namesake of the Dick Lane Velodrome, was a major fundraiser for the track. Lane was the Director of the East Point Recreation Department and a member of the Georgia State Legislature. The Dick Lane Velodrome is a 1/5-mile track with 36-degree banked turns. In addition to the track and judges’ stand, it has a parking area, concession building, public seating, a picnic area, and restrooms. The track also offers equipment rentals. It is the only velodrome in the world with a green space containing a large oak tree and a creek running through the infield. The East Point Velodrome Association, the non-profit group that manages and maintains the track, hosts a number of events throughout the year. Highlights include: Bicycle Safety Clinics, Beginner’s Program, Youth Cycling League, Advanced Training, Weekly Racing, and Pro Racing Series. There are about two dozen active velodromes in the United States. The closest tracks to the Dick Lane Velodrome are in Ashville, North Carolina, Rock Hill, South Carolina, and Cooper City, Florida.  ( 14 min )
    Wild Winds Buffalo Preserve in Fremont
    Get up close and personal with American bison at this wildlife preserve in northeastern Indiana. Although these giant herbivores were once pushed to the brink of extinction by the United States government, careful conservation efforts have helped stabilize populations. This particular herd consists of around 250 animals, which roam free over 400 acres designed to simulate their natural habitat. Unlike a zoo, this gives visitors the chance to see these charismatic megafauna behave much as they would in the wild. The best time to visit is in mid-May, when around 40 to 50 calves are born each year. In addition to learning about the bison, visitors can learn more about the history of the Native Americans prior to the arrival of European colonists. There is also a gift shop with souvenirs, as well as bison meat and snacks for purchase.  ( 12 min )
    The Bizarre True Story of Central Park’s Doomed Victorian Dinosaur Museum
    There are dinosaurs buried beneath New York City’s Central Park. Now these aren’t your typical T. rex or Triceratops left behind in layers of sediment. These dinosaurs aren’t millions of years old and never took a gulp of air. They’re dapper Victorians, made of cement, wire, stone, and clay. They were entertainers and educators, meant to give New Yorkers their first glimpse of the prehistoric creatures that once roamed New Jersey forests and Connecticut lakeshores. But in 1871, these carefully crafted, life-size models were destroyed, smashed into worthless smithereens, and then buried in a small mound in Central Park. According to historian Vicky Coules of the University of Bristol, the event remains the “greatest act of vandalism in the history of dinosaur study and museum development.” …  ( 22 min )
    India's Cheetah Reintroduction Threatens an Indigenous Tradition
    In October 1998, Asmita Kabra, a young economics professor, arrived for the first time in the place that would become Kuno National Park. A dryland forest in the central Indian state of Madhya Pradesh, Kabra remembers how the monsoon that year had turned the trees so green that it hurt her eyes. In the flush of harvest, homes of the local Sahariya people overflowed with goods gathered from the forest, notably chir: a fragrant, green-yellow resin, also known as Indian frankincense, that comes from the salai tree. Kabra expected to visit Kuno just a couple times, but the place got under her skin, she says. She grew to love its dramatic cycles of drought and abundance. After each rain, the dry brown landscape transformed into a verdant paradise. When Kabra started teaching at Ambedkar Unive…  ( 20 min )
    Gol Stave Church in Norway
    One of the highlights of Oslo's Norsk Folkemuseum, or Norwegian Museum of Cultural, is a collection of 160 historic buildings relocated from around the country. The crown jewel is the collection of King Oscar II, considered by many to be the world's first open-air museum. First set up at the monarch's summer residence in 1881, the original five buildings included a 16th-century farmhouse and a 12th-century storehouse. Most impressive of all is the Stave Church from Gol, a magnificent wooden cathedral first built around 1200 and partially rebuilt and restored in 1880. Intricate carvings cover the richly detailed interior. Although the church was once filled with brightly painted statues of Catholic saints, today all that remains are the places where the figures once stood and occasional cryptic runes. The nave of the church still reads “Kiss me, because I struggle,” possibly in reference to one of the lost sculptures.  ( 12 min )
    Podcast: Jacko Steps
    Listen and subscribe on Stitcher, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all major podcast apps. In this episode of The Atlas Obscura Podcast, we visit the Caribbean island of Dominica to hear the story of Jacko, a formerly enslaved man who became a national hero for his ingenious escape and emancipation efforts. Our podcast is an audio guide to the world’s wondrous, awe-inspiring, strange places. In under 15 minutes, we’ll take you to an incredible site, and along the way you’ll meet some fascinating people and hear their stories. Join us daily, Monday through Thursday, to explore a new wonder with cofounder Dylan Thuras and a neighborhood of Atlas Obscura reporters.  ( 14 min )
  • Open

    Thursday assorted links
    1. Twitter account on the weaponization on the U.S. government. 2. Paul Christiano on LLM safety. 3. “History is a graveyard of classes which have preferred caste privileges to leadership.” (NYT) 4. Two Canadians switched at birth (NYT, good piece). 5. On the Trump indictment. 6. When groups of scientists disagree, how do people decide […] The post Thursday assorted links appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to Chris. Ummm I hate to break it to you but yeah ... by So Much For Subtlety In reply to Michael Thomas. No fan of Trump, but jailing ... by LivelyClock In reply to Gridlock. Biden is the geriatric Leftist ... by So Much For Subtlety In reply to joan. No one pays a washed up crack addict ... by So Much For Subtlety In reply to Hazel Meade. If he did win, why shouldn't he say ... by So Much For Subtlety Plus 10 more...  ( 4 min )
    Sort of Middlebury markets in everything
    Middlebury lacks sufficient housing for all the students planning to attend this fall. After exhausting other options, the college plans to pay 30 students $10,000 each to stay away. Clever idea, but I’m sure you all noticed the “After exhausting other options” clause in there.  Here is from the rest of the story: But the […] The post Sort of Middlebury markets in everything appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments How about more students per room? Like if it was 2 to a room ... by Floccina In reply to mkt42. As a fresher at dinner: a fellow student ... by dearieme In reply to Lord Action. I agree it is a distorted market but ... by steve In reply to steve. “OTOH, this is capitalism at work.” ... by Lord Action In reply to Rahul. At least partially because I am old, I ... by steve Plus 10 more... Related Stories Clean Hands, Clear Conclusions: Ignaz Semmelweis as a Pioneer of Causal Inference New Econ Lesson Plans! Emergent Ventures India, Cohort Five  ( 5 min )
    Left Digit Bias in Medicine
    From my review in the WSJ of Random Acts of Medicine by Jena and Worsham: You have probably heard of left-digit bias—the idea that $7.99 seems cheaper than $8, even though $8 is only negligibly different than $8.01. Left-digit bias is widely observed in pricing but the effect is more general. A car with 39,990 […] The post Left Digit Bias in Medicine appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to Sure. This is also a bit why I am less than ... by RAD In reply to MikeP. I’m not getting sucked into arguing ... by Heedless In reply to Derek22. Waaah-Waah by Heedless Has anybody tried a left digit bias argument when they got ... by TWBC In reply to Heedless. Of course I go to the literature ... by MikeP Plus 10 more... Related Stories Behavioral Economics and ChatGPT: From William Shakespeare to Elena Ferrante The Amy Finkelstein and Liran Einav health care plan Clean Hands, Clear Conclusions: Ignaz Semmelweis as a Pioneer of Causal Inference  ( 6 min )
    Transcript of taped conversations among German nuclear physicists (1945)
    Here is one excerpt: > HEISENBERG: […] I believe this uranium business will give the Anglo–Saxons such tremendous power that EUROPE will become a bloc under Anglo–Saxon domination. If that is the case it will be a very good thing. I wonder whether STALIN will be able to stand up to the others as he […] The post Transcript of taped conversations among German nuclear physicists (1945) appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to Anti-Gnostic. “but there are plenty of them” ... by Formerly K In reply to Steven. I totally agree, extremely interesting ... by Z In reply to Anti-Gnostic. “(Also, not all of the Dem party ... by Lord Action In reply to Anti-Gnostic. @Lord Action We agree on most of ... by Formerly K In reply to Anti-Gnostic. 90 percent agreement with Formerly ... by Lord Action Plus 10 more... Related Stories Clean Hands, Clear Conclusions: Ignaz Semmelweis as a Pioneer of Causal Inference One worry I have about the costs of climate change My views on the UFO hearings  ( 5 min )
    One worry I have about the costs of climate change
    The size of the costs of climate change is a matter of frequent dispute, but current methods seem to leave out some important variables. In particular, how we will choose to bear and distribute our adjustment costs will bring complications and distortions of its own. Consider, for instance, some recent economic estimates of the costs […] The post One worry I have about the costs of climate change appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments The campaign to control the weather is much more of a threat to ... by guizot In reply to Anti-Gnostic. Now, if ya go up there, ok, ya know ... by blue jay In reply to blue jay. Those fires have been started by ... by Anti-Gnostic Climate change is not a problem, it is a condition. The IPCC ... by SJW-(not social justice warrior) In reply to Bill Allen. But the gains and losses by potential ... by Todd K Plus 10 more... Related Stories My views on the UFO hearings The political impact of social media has been grossly overrated More on Singapore and public sector talent development  ( 7 min )
  • Open

    BCA names troopers involved in fatal shooting of Ricky Cobb II
    Plus: Lindsey Whalen talks to KFAN about her U of M exit; some St. Paul voters redistricted into new wards; Minnesota’s first dispensary shuts down online ordering; Lizzo responds to allegations made by former dancers; and more.  ( 7 min )
    Did Gov. Walz say Minnesotans commonly refer to Iowa as the ‘Deep South’?
    Yes. On a visit to Iowa for a Democratic Party news conference on July 28, Walz said “I mention coming down to Iowa, which we commonly refer to as the Deep South for Minnesota.”  ( 6 min )
    How much should St. Paul property owners pay for repairs to their street? After court defeats, city leaders still sorting it out
    An attorney who successfully sued over St. Paul’s use of special assessments to cover routine street repairs may pursue further legal action if the city continues to forge ahead.  ( 21 min )
    Wisconsin’s ‘death grip with alcohol’ is killing more residents
    Excessive alcohol use is taking a heavy toll in a state that celebrates its drinking culture.  ( 22 min )
    ‘Secrecy is unacceptable.’ Minnesota Supreme Court reverses NewRange mining permit after regulators shield federal criticisms
    With Wednesday’s ruling, the Supreme Court sent the crucial permit for the NewRange mine, formerly PolyMet, back to the MPCA. The agency will have to give the EPA a chance to weigh in, this time in a more formal and public manner.  ( 21 min )
    One more coup, this time in Niger
    Now is the time for a reset in Africa’s Sahel region.  ( 11 min )
    Weekend Picks: Adam Meckler, new SooVAC exhibits, and Wild Nights at the zoo
    Plus: Kung Fu Zombies continues run; a free fire show at Powderhorn Park; Ifrah Mansour's healing hut; and more.  ( 13 min )
    Northeast Minneapolis tiki bar Psycho Suzi’s to close after two decades
    Plus: Central Minnesota significantly short on child care spots; crime up on Metro Transit but agency says it's making progress; COVID cases up in the Twin Cities; and more.  ( 5 min )
  • Open

    For Our Resident Bread Expert, This Dough Cleaning Cloth Can’t Be Beat
    For our resident bread expert, this cloth makes cleaning up dough way less of an annoying task.  ( 15 min )
    This “Home” Is a Literal Refrigerator for Your Sourdough Starter—and It Works Great
    We tested the Brod & Taylor Sourdough Home (a temperature-controlled cabinet) and found it works great.  ( 17 min )
    Our Favorite Pourover Maker Brews Excellent Coffee (and Is Nearly Indestructible)
    It’s built to last, brews excellent coffee, and is easy to use. (It also won our pourover brewer testing, besting 14 other models.)  ( 13 min )
  • Open

    Terra Is Usually a Security
    Also electricity CfDs, AA+ rated agencies, Martin Shkreli’s path to profitability, Binance TBTJ and cold-calling VC interns.  ( 2 min )
  • Open

    To Cuba and Back, by Richard Henry Dana Jr.
    A captivating travel memoir recounting an 1859 journey to Cuba, offering vivid descriptions of the island’s culture, landscapes, and people.  ( 3 min )
    Short Fiction, by Frederik Pohl
    A collection of science fiction stories by Frederik Pohl ordered by date of publication.  ( 2 min )
    The Mind of Mr. J. G. Reeder, by Edgar Wallace
    A meek and unassuming employee at the Department of Public Prosecutions exercises his remarkable skills to solve puzzling crimes.  ( 2 min )
  • Open

    Largest U.S. Offshore Wind Project Could Produce Power This Year
    Construction has begun on the Vineyard Wind project off the coast of Massachusetts. It could provide enough clean energy to power 400,000 homes per year
    Euclid Space Telescope Snaps Spectacular First Images
    The European Space Agency's ambitious Euclid space telescope is on its way to decoding the secrets of dark matter and dark energy
    Meet the Woman Who Supervised the Computations That Proved an Atomic Bomb Would Work
    Naomi Livesay worked on computations that formed the mathematical basis for implosion simulations. Despite her crucial role on the project, she is rarely mentioned as more than a footnote—until now
    What Grand Theft Auto Tells Us about the 'Crisis in Masculinity'
    Breaking down “toxic masculinity” is complicated, especially amid fears of a masculinity crisis. Just look at one video game’s attempt
    Can You Decode an Alien Message?
    An artist, a programmer and a scientist have created a simulation of extraterrestrial communication to test Earthlings’ ability to understand it
  • Open

    Statistical mistake in published paper is fixed. Correction is issued. Original paper still sitting online with the wrong findings. Press release still sitting online with the wrong findings. Elsevier!
    David Allison points to this post: Often indirectly, but sometimes directly, we hear from true believers in concepts attached to obesity, nutrition, and public policy. The embedded question is “Why do you doubt this article of faith?” Among the many … Continue reading →  ( 15 min )
  • Open

    linkylove 08-03-23
    Nice Marmot Poetry | Aareet Mahadevan Fedi Circle Creator 📌 ⬌ Natty's Blog AI Colors julian.digital  ( 1 min )
  • Open

    Happy 13th birthday, Retraction Watch: Another eventful year
    If Retraction Watch were the child of Jewish parents – which happens to be the case – it would be celebrating its bar mitzvah this year. Yes, that’s right, mazel tovs are in order: Retraction Watch turns 13 today.  And as the blog becomes some version of an adult, we have plenty to celebrate. This … Continue reading Happy 13th birthday, Retraction Watch: Another eventful year  ( 9 min )
  • Open

    Teaching Systems Dynamics
    “Stock and flow diagrams” are a nice graphical tool for modeling systems, part of a tradition called System Dynamics. Our new software based on category theory lets teams build models using these diagrams: • John Baez, Xiaoyan Li, Sophie Libkind, Nathaniel D. Osgood and Eric Redekopp, A categorical framework for modeling with stock and flow […]  ( 8 min )
  • Open

    Teaching Systems Dynamics
    “Stock and flow diagrams” are a nice graphical tool for modeling systems, part of a tradition called System Dynamics. Our new software based on category theory lets teams build models using these diagrams: • John Baez, Xiaoyan Li, Sophie Libkind, Nathaniel D. Osgood and Eric Redekopp, A categorical framework for modeling with stock and flow […]  ( 8 min )
  • Open

    The Abysmal State of Reporting Suicides from U.S. Prisons
    Public health researchers suspected that the Covid-19 pandemic had worsened conditions behind bars and harmed prisoners’ mental health. But the lack of reliable data on suicides from state prisons, which violates federal legislation, makes it almost impossible to study the problem, they say.  ( 12 min )
  • Open

    A Handy Guide to read.delim() in R – Unraveling the Magic of Reading Tabular Data
    Introduction Continue reading: A Handy Guide to read.delim() in R – Unraveling the Magic of Reading Tabular Data  ( 11 min )
    Multilingual Publishing
    How to join this free online event with Paola Corrales, Elio Campitelli and Maëlle Salmon. Continue reading: Multilingual Publishing  ( 13 min )
    Proyecto Multilingüe
    How to join this free online event with Maëlle Salmon, Paola Corrales and Elio Campitelli. Continue reading: Proyecto Multilingüe  ( 14 min )
  • Open

    Dictator Book Club: Putin
    Review of Masha Gessen's "The Man Without A Face"
  • Open

    Whose note?
    A 7/29/2023 article by Elaine Mendonça in the online periodical The Best Stocks ("Anticipating Positive Results: Brookfield Renewable Partners to Release Q2 Earnings Data") starts like this: July 28, 2023 – Brookfield Renewable Partners (NYSE:BEP) (TSE:BEP), a leading utilities provider, is set to announce its second-quarter earnings on Friday, August 4th. And after a few […]  ( 13 min )

  • Open

    Contextual Integrity for Differential Privacy #2 [23w5106]
    Morning of diverse short talks. First one on What are the chances? Explaining ε towards endusers by presenting odds and illustrating the impact of including one potential user’s data. Then one on re-placing DP within CI in terms of causality. And multi-agent models, illustrated by the Cambridge Analytics scandal. I am still not getting the […]  ( 7 min )
  • Open

    Contextual Integrity for Differential Privacy #2 [23w5106]
    Morning of diverse short talks. First one on What are the chances? Explaining ε towards endusers by presenting odds and illustrating the impact of including one potential user’s data. Then one on re-placing DP within CI in terms of causality. And multi-agent models, illustrated by the Cambridge Analytics scandal. I am still not getting the […]  ( 7 min )
  • Open

    Potash Rd Rock Art Site in Moab, Utah
    This incredible site is home to different petroglyphs and pictographs. There are a few from the Archaic period and some from the Fremont period. Before the highway was built, an ancient structure was excavated by archeologists that was right next to the soon-to-be road. This unearthed these amazing petroglyphs and pictographs to view today.  ( 12 min )
    Lewis Ansbacher Map Collection in Jacksonville, Florida
    The Lewis Ansbacher Map Collection is located on the 4th floor of the Jacksonville Main Library in downtown Jacksonville and is a collection of 24o maps dating back to the 16th century. The maps are displayed along the walls of the room and give the room a feeling of both worldliness and age that isn't commonly found in a city of only 200 years.  ( 12 min )
    How Indian Perfumers Capture the Smell of Rain
    The alluring, musky fragrance of marigolds floats from a Hindu shrine, as a group of men laugh over ginger-infused milk teas served in clay cups called kulhads. In a nearby perfume distillery, a man turns his head towards the laughter as he crushes a batch of discarded kulhads. Here in Kannauj, a town in the north Indian state of Uttar Pradesh, generations of perfumers have used kulhads and other clay materials to capture an enticing scent known as mitti attar. “It’s the smell of the baked, parched earth when the first rains arrive after a long drought,” says Rajat Mehrotra, co-owner of the family-run Meena Perfumery. Perfumers like Mehrotra, who runs the company with his brother, have been bottling the enigmatic fragrance for centuries. At his office, some 500 feet away from Meena’s t…  ( 21 min )
    Painted Rock Beach in Seaside, Oregon
    Painted Rock Beach is full of beautifully painted rocks commemorating family vacations, loved ones who have passed, and gorgeous ocean scenes. While there, you can look through all the different rocks or add your own. The origins of the beach are uncertain, but it's believed the tradition began with a local family during the 1970s.  ( 12 min )
    Whanganui War Memorial Tower in Whanganui, New Zealand
    This tower is the second highest vantage point in Whanganui offering the best view in the city and built from shell rock. Designed to commemorate fallen soldiers in World War I, construction started in 1919 but didn't open until 1925 and has 176 steps.  ( 12 min )
    Politehnica Metro Station in Bucharest, Romania
    This subway station holds a unique distinction in the world of public transportation hubs. The station was built in 1983 with marble from the Apuseni Mountains in Western Romania. Hundreds of people pass through this station every day, but barely anyone takes the time to look down at the floor and notice a peculiar sight. In the marble that composes the floor of the station, visitors will be treated to countless fossils known as rudists. These fossils are about 80 million years old, from the late Jurassic to late Cretaceous period, and are very well preserved. The patterns and shapes are all unique and diverse. Sometimes, geology professors from the University of Bucharest take their students on field trips to the station where they hold lessons about fossils.  ( 12 min )
    Paleontologists in Peru Discover What Might Be the "Chonkiest Whale Ever"
    Thirteen years ago, paleontologist Mario Urbina made a remarkable discovery in the coastal desert of Peru. He had a hunch that it was something really special. But his conclusion was so odd that it took years of excavation and testing to show international scientists that his convictions were right, according to Urbina’s field partner and fellow paleontologist Rodolfo Salas-Gismondi, head of the vertebrate paleontology department at the Museum of Natural History in Lima. They were fossil masses, and what Urbina thought they were: preserved bones from a new species of early whale, dating to 39 million years ago. And, it turns out, this one was a whopper. “The authors have definitely found something new. This is a really weird, stupendously large, early whale,” says paleobiologist Nicholas…  ( 18 min )
    The Shinjuku NS Building Pendulum Clock in Tokyo, Japan
    West of Shinjuku Station and close to Shinjuku Chuo Park, inside the unassuming Shinjuku NS Building office building, resides a 95-foot (29.1 meters) pendulum clock made by Seiko that was once listed as the world's largest. The Yukku-Rhythm Grand Pendulum Clock is gigantic with a pendulum that is around 72 feet (22 meters) in diameter with a pendulum that takes 30 seconds to swing. Outside of the atrium clock, the building has several restaurants and a viewing gallery that provides vistas of neighboring buildings. The building's name came from its co-developers, Nihon Seimei and Sumitomo, who are the building's primary occupants.  ( 12 min )
    The Sun on The Floor of La Puerta del Sol in Madrid, Spain
    Madrid was once a city with various walls protected from attackers. Gates were crucial to ensure movement in and out of the city which explains why Madrid is still today a city of gates. Many of the gates once located around Madrid were demolished. Some still remain, while others have given their name to the place where they were once located.  Puerta del Sol (Sun Gate) is actually a square and not a gate, but it owes its name to a long-gone gate that was decorated with a sun and was known to locals as "La Puerta del Sol." There are two possibilities for the origin of the name Puerta del Sol for the square. One of them according to municipal records states that the square got its name from a sun-decorated medieval wall shutter that was destroyed in the 17th century. The other theory is that a gate was built with the sun's rising direction in mind—to the east. The square has undergone many refurbishments, but this symbol remains as a nod to the past.  ( 13 min )
    Stargazing in a Multi-Sensory Universe
    Atlas Obscura’s Wondersky columnist Rebecca Boyle is an award-winning science journalist and author of the upcoming Our Moon: How Earth’s Celestial Companion Transformed the Planet, Guided Evolution, and Made Us Who We Are (January 2024, Random House). Throughout the summer, she’ll be sharing the stories and secrets of our wondrous night sky. It may seem obvious to say that stargazing is, at its heart, a visual hobby. You sit outside in the darkness, and allow your pupils to dilate, letting in as much faint light as possible—and then you can see the universe. As much as I love to look at the night sky, I am happy to disabuse new stargazers of this notion. Stargazing is multi-sensory. As you visually time travel, seeing light that is hundreds, thousands, or even millions of years old, y…  ( 18 min )
    Podcast: Dmanisi
    Listen and subscribe on Stitcher, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all major podcast apps. In this episode of The Atlas Obscura Podcast, we visit one of the world's most important archaeological sites, in the country of Georgia. Senior Editor/Writer Gemma Tarlach tells us about the oldest human skull fossils found outside of Africa, which challenge what we think we know about our deep past. Our podcast is an audio guide to the world’s wondrous, awe-inspiring, strange places. In under 15 minutes, we’ll take you to an incredible site, and along the way you’ll meet some fascinating people and hear their stories. Join us daily, Monday through Thursday, to explore a new wonder with cofounder Dylan Thuras and a neighborhood of Atlas Obscura reporters.  ( 13 min )
  • Open

    How to Bake On Your Grill
    With the proper setup and a little know-how, baking on your grill is a fun way to incorporate complex and unexpected flavor into baked goods.  ( 19 min )
    Grill-Baked Smoked Ancho Chile Skillet Brownie
    This smoked ancho skillet brownie is baked on the grill, giving it a light smoky flavor that pairs perfectly with a hint of spice from ground ancho chiles.  ( 18 min )
    Grill-Baked Skillet Apple Crisp
    This bubbly and lightly charred apple crisp is baked directly on the grill to evoke smoky campfire cooking  ( 16 min )
    Grill-Baked Skillet Cornbread
    This cornbread achieves a wonderfully smoky and charred flavor by toasting the cornmeal, charring the corn and poblano pepper, and baking on the grill.  ( 16 min )
    Bring Out the Best in a Bottle with Proper Wine Storage
    We spoke to experts to find the best methods for longterm and shortterm wine storage, as well as what to avoid.  ( 17 min )
  • Open

    I Finally Stopped Trying to Make My Husband Care About My Writing
    But first I had to see things from his perspective Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 8 min )
    Write Now With Jessica Sinarski
    Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 8 min )
  • Open

    Comment on July 2023 version: content now complete, including index by ravivakil
    In reply to Oliver Gray. Yes, you are right! And thanks for your kind words!  ( 11 min )
    Comment on July 2023 version: content now complete, including index by ravivakil
    In reply to Oliver Gray. Thanks, that will be fixed in the next version. You are also reading a section that is much simpler than before (I think/hope), so I hope you like it. But there is also a higher chance of errors or infelicities, so please let me know if you are not happy. The proof of Krull's Principal Ideal Theorem is the same, and I continue to be unhappy that I have not internalized it. But the rest has become much nicer (after I've talked with people, read some Hochster and Qing Liu and some others, and imbibed more folklore).  ( 11 min )
    Comment on July 2023 version: content now complete, including index by ravivakil
    In reply to Oliver Gray. Yes, thanks --- this will be fixed in the next version!  ( 11 min )
  • Open

    Further Wednesday assorted links
    1. Jolly Swagman podcast with Katalin Karikó. 2. The worst U.S. bridges are getting fixed. 3. AI policy proposals and regulations.  A good survey of what is being discussed. 4. China fact of the day: The United States still gives foreign aid to China. 5. Ross Douthat on the Jacobites (NYT). The post Further Wednesday assorted links appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to dearieme. I'm reading Christopher Clark's Iron ... by Stan Sitwell In reply to Dinwar. FYI – only about 18% of the US ... by Aging Lurker In reply to Phil S.. What is China spending here propping up ... by John J In reply to George Oh-Well. The entirety of the US ... by Webb 2. We finally get infrastructure week, and it is all. year. ... by john Plus 10 more...  ( 4 min )
    Wednesday assorted links
    1. Why so much heavy metal in the Nordics? 2. Some new results on economics and personality psychology. 3. Israeli TV on Dan Ariely, with subtitles. 4. What is your chance of surviving a fall from a cruise ship? 5. What is behind the decline in business dynamism? 6. “A zoo in eastern China is […] The post Wednesday assorted links appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments #4: Drones with searchlights, lifesavers, and inflatable rafts. by A B In reply to Justin. As another poster explained, there are ... by Papa Wheelie In reply to XVO. Yup. To paraphrase a famous Russian named ... by mikeInThe716 In reply to mikeInThe716. Ya because no one would go on a ... by XVO In reply to Dinwar. People really fetishize ‘deep roots’ ... by Mark Z Plus 10 more...  ( 4 min )
    Clean Hands, Clear Conclusions: Ignaz Semmelweis as a Pioneer of Causal Inference
    My next series is a few things at once. It’s a reminder that sometimes people will do everything in their power to present evidence supporting scientific facts, be unpersuasive and be sent to a mental hospital by their best friend where they spend the next two weeks being beaten by guards mercilessly and then die. […] The post Clean Hands, Clear Conclusions: Ignaz Semmelweis as a Pioneer of Causal Inference appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to HAL. One oddity in this famous story is that the ... by Steve Sailer In reply to steve. I suspect they thought it would hurt their ... by Michael Watts In reply to mkt42. it took decades to effect this change, ... by Michael Watts In reply to TMC. It's still a problem. It's something I ... by steve In reply to steve. The worst thing about the Semmelweis story ... by Faze Plus 10 more... Related Stories Behavioral Economics and ChatGPT: From William Shakespeare to Elena Ferrante New Econ Lesson Plans! Emergent Ventures India, Cohort Five  ( 5 min )
    Can ChatGPT Help Investors Process Financial Information?
    Surprise, surprise, disclosures are bloated past the point of being informally useful: Generative AI tools such as ChatGPT can fundamentally change the way investors process information. We probe the economic usefulness of these tools in summarizing complex corporate disclosures using the stock market as a laboratory. The unconstrained summaries are dramatically shorter, often by more […] The post Can ChatGPT Help Investors Process Financial Information? appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments > We show that bloated disclosure is associated with adverse ... by Worley There are an awful lot of non-sentences in this post. by WJS When I see a hedge fund advertising the use of ChatGPT, I will ... by Alan Goldhammer In reply to bob. Ah, Charlie Munger’s infamous ... by We will now begin the Q and A portion of today’s call In reply to We will now begin the Q and A portion of today’s ... by bob Plus 10 more... Related Stories Behavioral Economics and ChatGPT: From William Shakespeare to Elena Ferrante Would room temperature superconductivity benefit military offense or defense? Emergent Ventures India, Cohort Five  ( 5 min )
    My views on the UFO hearings
    I found them very interesting to watch, and wrote my last Bloomberg column on them.  Here is one excerpt: I do not think that the US government has the remains of alien spacecraft, for example, including some alien bodies, as claimed by retired Air Force Major David Grusch. But the rest of the evidence was […] The post My views on the UFO hearings appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to William of LA. “Economics is not a hard science ... by EdR In reply to Tryna Help. I would also like to see some sort of ... by JDRox In reply to Tyler Cowen. okey dokey the federales have a ... by klaus barbie In reply to Ralph. Ralph, Ralph, Ralph … tsk tsk … You ... by EdR In reply to Joe Biden Authorized the Iraq War. The downvotes ... by EdR Plus 10 more... Related Stories The European Visa Mess Sri Lanka travel notes Emergent Ventures India, Cohort Five  ( 5 min )
  • Open

    U.S. Department of Labor suing UnitedHealth Group
    Plus: The worries of Minnesotans nearing retirement; Hmong community warns Biden against cluster bomb use; Rochester residents to vote on $10 million tech funding; and more.  ( 7 min )
    Safety, finances top of mind for new Metro Transit general manager, first woman to lead agency
    The challenges facing Lesley Kandaras include ridership that is recovering but is still not back to pre-pandemic levels, increased crime and disruption on transit and a shortage of both transit operators and transit police.  ( 38 min )
    Promise Fellow program bridges gap between students’ academic success and social-emotional wellbeing
    Program in need of Fellows and host sites for 2023-24 school year.  ( 11 min )
    In Wisconsin, women’s health care is constricted by an 1849 law. These doctors are aghast.
    It’s been more than a year since an 1849 law came back into force to criminalize abortion in Wisconsin. Now these two OB-GYNs and a certified midwife find their medical training, skill, and acumen constrained by state politics.  ( 19 min )
    Emmer’s GOP leadership job requires he raise a lot of political money, and he does
    Emmer raised about $5.3 million in the first six months of this year in his personal campaign account and PACs, more money than he raised in the entire, two-year,  2021-2022 campaign cycle.  ( 13 min )
    Minnesota GOP owes Rochester venue $16,000 months after convention
    Plus: Lizzo sued by former dancers; “Pawn Stars” coming to Minneapolis; Grand Marais adds marijuana ordinance; and more.  ( 6 min )
  • Open

    The US Is More AA+ Now
    Also ETFs and bond market liquidity, Armenian ruble arbitrage, Binance.US and double insider trading.  ( 2 min )
  • Open

    Stir-fried stones
    In Mandarin, this dish is called: suō diū 嗦丢 "suck and throw away" It's not as zany and lacking in historical grounding as you might think. Zihan Guo observes: Diū is a common verb meaning to "leave behind; lose; throw away". Suō 嗦 describes how to slurp and the sound of slurping. We usually say […]  ( 8 min )
  • Open

    California Waves Have Grown a Foot Taller because of Climate Change
    The number of extreme wave events—when crests are taller than 13 feet—have doubled along California since the mid-20th century
    Bizarre-Looking Colossus Whale May Have Been Heaviest Animal Ever (Sorry, Blue Whales)
    “I’ve never seen anything like it,” says a paleontologist not involved in the discovery of a 40-million-year-old fossilized whale
    Science, Destroyer of Worlds--And Movie Scripts
    Oppenheimer won’t bomb in the box office, but despite its director’s best efforts, the science in the film is a bit of a fizzle
    Social Media Is Rewriting the Banking Playbook
    Our financial systems need to be overhauled to avoid the kind of social-media-fueled bank run that killed Silicon Valley Bank
    Yes, AI Models Can Get Worse over Time
    More training and more data can have unintended consequences for machine-learning models such as GPT-4
    Could Weight-Loss Drugs Curb Addiction? Your Health, Quickly, Episode 12
    Drugs such as Wegovy and Ozempic might help people tackle substance abuse as well as shed pounds.
  • Open

    “They got a result they liked, and didn’t want to think about the data.” (A fish story related to Cannery Row)
    John “Jaws” Williams writes: Here is something about a century-old study that you may find interesting, and could file under “everything old is new again.” In 1919, the California Division of Fish and Game began studying the developing sardine fishery … Continue reading →  ( 12 min )
  • Open

    The World Is Not Prepared for Another Cholera Wave
    Effective sanitation and a low-cost vaccine can prevent cholera outbreaks. But a recent unexpected surge in global cases shows that logistical challenges, vaccines shortages, and funding shortfalls — combined with a neglect towards long-term solutions — still make it difficult to stop the deadly disease.  ( 17 min )
  • Open

    Plotting a COVID-19 vaccination map with different projections (with updated versions of canadamaps and tintin)
    R and Shiny Training: If you find this blog to be interesting, please note that I offer personalized and group-based training sessions that may be reserved through Buy me a Coffee. Additionally, I provide training services in the Spanish language ... Continue reading: Plotting a COVID-19 vaccination map with different projections (with updated versions of canadamaps and tintin)  ( 10 min )
    The unlist() Function in R
    Introduction Continue reading: The unlist() Function in R  ( 12 min )
  • Open

    How to Coil a Cable
    No content preview  ( 1 min )

  • Open

    You will be trespassed automatically
    Bob Shackleton sent in this photo of a sign: He followed up with a link to Neal Whitman, "Trespassers Will Be Trespassed", Visual Thesaurus 4/25/2013, which reacts to another transitive-trespass sign: Which reminds me of an experience from 50-odd years ago, recounted in "Those who are not authorized are not authorized", 8/9/2003. The OED gives […]  ( 7 min )
    Central Asian Kharosthi script on an ancient knife hilt found in Austria
    Astonishing demonstration of East-West interaction during Roman times (with an equally mind-boggling demonstration of the occasional, yet horrendous [defying common sense], ineptitude of AI translation): "Geheimnis um Messergriff aus dem römerzeitlichen Wels gelüftet" Ein vor über 100 Jahren entdeckter Elfenbeingriff mit rätselhafter Inschrift aus dem antiken Ovilava gehörte wohl einst einem Besucher aus dem fernen […]  ( 14 min )
  • Open

    Contextual Integrity for Differential Privacy #1 [23w5106]
    Very relaxed beginning to the workshop, with [xkcd illustrated] tutorials on CI and DP, plus informal discussions to find a common ground over the week. Helped by the beautiful surroundings of the UBC Okanagan campus. Tutorial on the fundamentals of differential privacy, with a long room discussion on the meaning(s) of the definition, for instance […]  ( 7 min )
  • Open

    Contextual Integrity for Differential Privacy #1 [23w5106]
    Very relaxed beginning to the workshop, with [xkcd illustrated] tutorials on CI and DP, plus informal discussions to find a common ground over the week. Helped by the beautiful surroundings of the UBC Okanagan campus. Tutorial on the fundamentals of differential privacy, with a long room discussion on the meaning(s) of the definition, for instance […]  ( 7 min )
  • Open

    Meetups Everywhere Fall 2023 - Call For Organizers
    ...
    Mantic Monday 7/31/23: Room Temperature Superforecaster
    Plus more CFTC, X, and UFOs
  • Open

    Embark Restaurant in Nairobi, Kenya
    In Karen, a leafy suburb of Nairobi, chef Dennis Ang’ani whips up a unique fusion experience for just 12 visitors per seating on a greenery-laden cabin terrace. The multi-course dining concept is primarily inspired by local produce and traditional East African recipes done up with culinary techniques picked up by Ang’ani abroad. Root and vine vegetables are freshly plucked from Embark’s own gardens. Ingredients are showcased using European techniques, from foams to fermentation, with elaborate presentations, and occasional garnishes of flowers plucked from Nairobi’s Physic Garden. Expect a walk on the earthy side: a chilled banana and rum soup with a garden salad in Bailey’s and macadamia nut vinaigrette, seared tofu in Ethiopian shiro (a spicy chickpea sauce), or mini plantain burgers. Vegetable-based desserts often tread into especially wild, savory territory; from Amarula-braised eggplant with aerated broccoli ice cream, to ugali (corn maize) with creamed spinach. All in all, the menu reflects Ang’ani’s multicultural experiences. After growing up in a German-Kenyan household, he moved around Europe working in kitchens from the Baltics to Barcelona, and fluently speaks German, English, Swahili, and Spanish. Though as a child he dreamed of becoming a pro soccer player in Europe, he maintains that bringing an innovative approach to the African fine-dining scene has been a more fulfilling challenge for him than any league could be; and even requires similar skills like dexterity, teamwork and performance under pressure.  A picture of Coach Pep Guardiola, one of Ang’ani’s heroes, hanging from a wall-mounted handwoven basket, helps him to remember the importance of being a good leader and most importantly, to never be limited by conventionality and cultural borders.  ( 13 min )
    The Devil's Porridge in Eastriggs, Scotland
    The Devil's Porridge refers to the explosive that was mixed at HM Gretna. Gun cotton and nitroglycerin were kneaded together by the munitions girls to make RDB cordite. This mixture got its name because looked like a deadly form of porridge. Prior to the building of HM Grenta, this location was quiet, with only a few farms and villages in the area. Then World War I began. In just 12 months, the government acquired the land and built a massive factory. The HM Gretna site was huge, it covered a distance of nine miles, stretching down to England. There were 30,000 workers, 12,000 of whom were women. Lots of the munitions girls moved to the area, especially to work at the factory, moving from areas like Durham, Darlington, and Sunderland. The chemicals were highly toxic, the girls' skin would turn yellow and they often lost all of their teeth. The contribution to the war effort made by the munitions girls here at HM Gretna helped women achieve the vote in the United Kingdom. By 1917, the factory was producing 1,100 tons of cordite a week. This was significantly more than all the other munitions factories in Britain put together. This explosive was then shipped out to the troops on the front line. The museum has a special version of a train, a fireless locomotive, designed to safely transport the explosive on display in the grounds. The museum tells the story of the girls who worked here and the Irish navvies who built the massive factory. It also covers a horrific troop train crash at Quintinshill. While the second floor is dedicated to WWII. With a small section covering nuclear power and the local nuclear power station.  ( 13 min )
    The Killer Whales of Eden and the 'Law of the Tongue'
    When a familiar siren blares through the small town of Eden on the coast of New South Wales, Australia, people start to gather. It’s not a warning of a tsunami or other disaster, but for a far more pleasant occurrence: a whale sighting. Occasionally, a baleen whale, such as a humpback, strays from the migratory superhighway off the coast and into Twofold Bay in Eden. The alarm atop the tiny town’s killer whale museum is sounded to notify the town’s 3,000 or so residents and any tourists to this scenic stretch of coastline. Over 150 years ago, the town hosted a different marine show. Orcas, or killer whales, the largest of the dolphin family, used to visit this bay every winter, and were vital to a unique way of life in Eden. Humans didn’t just watch the orcas, but rather worked side by s…  ( 26 min )
    The Liberty Hotel in Boston, Massachusetts
    Upon first glance, this may look like just another historic building found across Boston. However, upon entering the Liberty Hotel, one realizes this was no ordinary building but rather once a jail that was in operation for more than a century. Originally known as the Charles Street Jail or  Suffolk County Jail, it's located on the west end of the city overlooking the Charles River. It was constructed between 1848-1851 and proposed by Mayor Martin Brimmer during his inaugural address of 1843 as a replacement for the older Leverett Street Jail. The original jail was built using Quincy granite with four wings extending from a central octagonal rotunda and housed around 220 cells. The prisoners were segregated by sex and nature of offense with 30 arched windows providing ventilation and natural light. Throughout its years of operation, it housed a wide range of inmates from mob hitmen to a former governor. In 1973, the United States District Court ruled that due to overcrowding and neglected conditions, the constitutional rights of the inmates were being violated and the jail closed in 1990. It reopened in 2007 as the Liberty Hotel with much of the historic architecture still preserved.  ( 13 min )
    Palacio Episcopal in Astorga, Spain
    Catalan architect Antoni Gaudí did not venture much outside Catalonia to work. One of those few occasions was when he accepted the chance to work on this palace in Astorga, León. Bishop Joan Baptista Grau I Vallespinós decided to entrust the construction of the new episcopal palace to his friend Gaudí, who just like the bishop, came from Reus, Tarragona. Gaudí's imaginative touch is evident in the innovative use of materials, incorporating iron, brick, and ceramics alongside traditional stone. Gaudí made a significant mark on the Episcopal Palace in Astorga, Spain, with his distinctive architectural style. The palace, constructed between 1889 and 1915, stands as a brilliant fusion of various influences, showcasing Gaudí's innovative ideas and artistic vision. The most striking feature of Gaudí's intervention in the palace is the facade. Adorned with a combination of organic and geometric motifs, it reflects his fascination with nature and its organic forms. The building's interiors also bear Gaudí's creative flair, with unique decorative elements and functional yet aesthetically pleasing spaces. Gaudí's work on the Episcopal Palace in Astorga exemplifies his ability to transform existing architectural designs into masterpieces that harmoniously blend traditional and avant-garde styles. The building stands today as a testament to Gaudí's genius, drawing visitors from around the world to marvel at its beauty and architectural significance.  ( 13 min )
    Our First Summer Snaps Photo Contest Winners: Roadside Attractions
    Last month, we announced our first photo contest, when we asked readers for creative shots of their favorite roadside attractions. At Atlas Obscura, we adore the spectacles lurking beside roads all over the world, so we asked: What turned your heads recently recently? Since then, we received more than 600 images of fascinating sights. Readers sent us technicolor dinosaurs dressed up for Halloween, black-and-white gravestones, curious art hidden in deserts. Reviewing these submissions reminded us how much fun it can be to make stops on a long journey—or perhaps a roadside attraction is your destination! Check out our wonderful winning photos (click to see the up close), selected by our staff—the first place winner is above. We hope it will inspire many great summer road trips! Congratulations to our winners, who scored some Atlas Obscura gear! Look out for our future Summer Snaps contests! Enter the next one here. Second Place Third Place Honorable Mentions  ( 14 min )
    Honeybee Drinking Fountain at Hitokotonushi Shrine in Joso, Japan
    Bees and wasps drinking water to cool themselves down isn’t an unusual sight on a sweltering summer day, but a tiny drinking fountain tailor-made for their kind may be rather rare. Hitokotonushi Shrine in the city of Jōsō, Ibaraki Prefecture, is known for such a drinking fountain catering to the thirsty little bees, which has been set up every summer since 2020. This small act of kindness has been appreciated by hundreds of bees—and warmed the hearts of thousands. The honeybee drinking fountain was first created in 2016, but it did not reappear for the next four years due to the lack of apian visitors during that time. Attached to the ablution pavilion, the fountain’s platform is made from bamboo and stuffed with moss, which provides a footing for the bees and creates the feeling of a serene fairytale scene. The small sign standing on the drinking fountain reads “a drinking spot reserved for groups of honeybees,” but paper wasps are also often seen drinking water from it. They do not only drink water to cool themselves down, but also carry it back to their hives to keep the temperature comfortable so that the babies are not harmed by the summer heat.  ( 13 min )
    Tomb of Ibn Batutta in Tangier, Morrocco
    Although nobody can guarantee whether the remains of Ibn Battuta are really kept inside this impressive white mausoleum, this is perhaps the closest one can get to one of the greatest explorers in history. Ibn Battuta, the famous Moroccan explorer, and traveler, is widely regarded as one of the greatest travelers in history. He embarked on a remarkable journey in the 14th century that took him through Africa, the Middle East, Asia, and beyond, covering a distance believed to be over 75,000 miles. Battuta was born in Tangier in 1304 and set out on his travels at the age of 21. His adventures spanned nearly three decades, during which he explored various regions, experienced different cultures, and met numerous rulers and dignitaries. His written account, known as the Rihla, provides invaluable insights into the medieval world, shedding light on the diverse cultures, customs, and political landscapes of the places he visited. Battuta's travelogue serves as a significant historical source, capturing the socio-economic conditions, religious practices, and intercultural exchanges of the time, making it an indispensable resource for scholars and a captivating literary work that continues to inspire wanderlust and cultural curiosity. There are plenty of historical markers or memorials related to Battuta in the city, given his significant contribution to Moroccan and world history. As a prominent figure, he is also celebrated throughout Morocco and the broader Muslim world for his travel accounts and contributions to geographical knowledge.  ( 13 min )
    Podcast: Heating Things Up in Hatch
    Listen and subscribe on Stitcher, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all major podcast apps. In this episode of The Atlas Obscura Podcast, we head just a couple hours south of Albuquerque to Hatch, New Mexico, a town where the heat doesn’t just come from the sun. It also comes from the signature crop: Hatch chiles. This episode is produced in partnership with GoUSA TV. If you want to see more of the series Small Town, Big Story, watch now on GoUSA TVor YouTube. Our podcast is an audio guide to the world’s wondrous, awe-inspiring, strange places. In under 15 minutes, we’ll take you to an incredible site, and along the way you’ll meet some fascinating people and hear their stories. Join us daily, Monday through Thursday, to explore a new wonder with cofounder Dylan Thuras and a neighborhood of Atlas Obscura reporters.  ( 16 min )
  • Open

    four kinds of emulators
    I wrote in a draft grant proposal related to machine-learning emulators today. I wrote about five different kinds of emulators. Yes I think there are five qualitatively distinct kinds. Here they are: Full replacement Integrator Resolution translatorPhysics in-painterStatistics generatorThe most extreme—and most standard—kind of emulator is one that simply replaces the full input–output relationship of the entire simulation. Thus if the simulation starts with initial conditions and boundary conditions, and ends with a final state (after an integration), the full-replacement emulator would be trained to learn the full relationship between the initial and boundary conditions and the final state. A full-replacement emulator is a complete, plug-in replacement for the simulator.Simulation ru…  ( 15 min )
    Software for Compositional Modeling in Epidemiology
    Here are the slides for my talk at Applied Category Theory 2023, in case anyone wants a look at them before I give the talk—or during, or after: • Software for compositional modeling in epidemiology. The talk is on Wednesday August 2nd, 14:00 UTC, which is 10 am Eastern Time. Eventually a video should appear […]  ( 7 min )
  • Open

    Get Better Critiques from Your Group
    Critique groups and book clubs need guidelines and steering. Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 8 min )
    The Best Stories Are Born From Madness
    The power of originality trumps conventional wisdom Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 8 min )
    The F@cked-Up Amount of Free Work It Takes to (Not) Sell a Screenplay in Hollywood Today
    Or: that time a studio told me to spec a TV pilot for it even though I had an A-list actor attached to the project Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 9 min )
    MIT Says ChatGPT Improves Bad Writing, But At What Cost?
    Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 8 min )
  • Open

    Officials release video of Minnesota State Trooper shooting of Ricky Cobb II on I-94
    Plus: Increase in Great Lakes drownings; first marijuana recreational dispensary; I-35 bridge collapse anniversary; Shakopee leaders scuttle affordable housing development; “Ghostbusters” actor Ernie Hudson spotted at Ingebretsen's; and more.  ( 7 min )
    Has Iowa’s unemployment rate been lower than Minnesota’s so far in 2023?
    Yes. Iowa's unemployment rate has averaged lower than Minnesota's between January and June 2023, but just slightly — by less than one-tenth of one percent.  ( 6 min )
    Analysis: What’s Next After Collapse of Fairview-Sanford Merger Deal?
    Minnesotans need pathways to financial sustainability for Fairview Health and the U of M.  ( 22 min )
    Dessa embraces pop in new album, Minnesota Orchestra performance
    The latest show comes at the heels of a new single and a music video Dessa dropped today from her forthcoming new album, “Bury the Lede,” which will be released on September 29.  ( 18 min )
    Expect high utility costs to rise even higher in the coming years
    To meet company investment targets, the typical CenterPoint customer will see their monthly delivery charges more than triple between 2023 and 2040.  ( 11 min )
    Dean Phillips running for president?
    To many Democrats it’s an unwelcome “distraction.”  ( 12 min )
    Civil jury finds St. Paul cop liable in 2017 killing of Cordale Handy
    Plus: fish in Lake Rebecca found to have "forever chemicals"; Ramble on Records closes shop; record breaking year for Twin Cities regional parks; and more.  ( 6 min )
  • Open

    23 Buttermilk Recipes to Make Instead of Just Chugging It
    Buttermilk's uses go beyond waffles and biscuits (though we have recipes for those, too!).  ( 14 min )
    We Spent Months Testing Indoor Herb Gardens to Find Out Which Ones Worked Best
    We tested eight popular indoor herb gardens to find out which was the easiest to use and grew herbs the best.  ( 25 min )
    For Fermentation, We Love E-Jen Containers
    For fermentation of all kinds, we love E-Jen Kimchi Containers. Here’s why.  ( 18 min )
  • Open

    Bad Raisins in Good Pudding
    In response to a tweet of mine, someone pointed me to the thought-provoking 2001 paper Bad is Stronger Than Good: Bad emotions, bad parents, and bad feedback have more impact than good ones, and bad information is processed more thoroughly than good. The self is more motivated to avoid bad self-definitions than to pursue good ones. Bad impressions and bad stereotypes are quicker to form and more resistant to disconfirmation than good ones. … There appear to be more words for negative than positive emotions. … bad [news] events are more newsworthy and attract more reader attention.
  • Open

    'Virgin Birth' Engineered into Female Animals for First Time
    Scientists altered the genomes of female fruit flies, allowing them to reproduce without any contribution from a male
    NASA Detects 'Heartbeat' from Voyager 2 Spacecraft after Losing Contact
    A glitch may have silenced NASA’s Voyager 2 spacecraft until mid-October—but a “heartbeat” signal offers hope for reestablishing contact earlier
    NASA Detects 'Heartbeat' from Voyager 2 Spacecraft after Losing Contact
    A glitch may have silenced NASA’s Voyager 2 spacecraft until mid-October—but a “heartbeat” signal offers hope for reestablishing contact earlier
    A Sun Shield over Earth? Catch an Asteroid, and It Might Work
    A resurfaced idea for solar geoengineering imagines a sunlight-blocking space shield tethered to an asteroid
    Science Corrects Itself, Right? A Scandal at Stanford Says It Doesn't
    What does it take to correct the scientific record? And who—and what—stands in the way? The answer to both questions is: everyone
    Space Debris Will Block Space Exploration unless We Start Acting Sustainably
    We need satellites and rocket bodies designed with an end-of-life plan to keep space uncluttered and navigable
    The Ukraine War Is an Environmental Catastrophe with Global Consequences
    When it’s time to rebuild, we must prioritize more sustainable and resilient infrastructure in Ukraine
    Your Genes May Influence What You Like to Eat
    New research identifies genome areas linked to dietary patterns and our taste for things such as tea, tobacco and grapes
    Unregulated AI Will Worsen Inequality, Warns Nobel-Winning Economist Joseph Stiglitz
    A Nobel laureate in economics explains how artificial intelligence will affect inequality—and how solutions such as a shorter work week might mitigate its negative effects
  • Open

    Behavioral Economics and ChatGPT: From William Shakespeare to Elena Ferrante
    We prompted GPT-4 (an artificial intelligence large language model) to use literary fictional characters to play the Dictator game, a classic behavioral economics experiment. We prompted GPT-4 with 148 characters from the 17th century to the 21st century. Their 888 decisions were used to compare characters over time as well as characters to human players. […] The post Behavioral Economics and ChatGPT: From William Shakespeare to Elena Ferrante appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to Equestrian. Last used is happening. On one hand, ... by Equestrian In reply to Bill. Fake Bill at 18:34:22 The Webmaster, Alex, ... by Bill In reply to Bill. Fake Bill at 18:34:22 by Bill In reply to Bill. Fake Bill at 15:35 by Bill In reply to Dismalist. Way below! by Dismalist Plus 10 more... Related Stories My excellent Conversation with David Bentley Hart Scrap AMC/KYC Laws How to assign property rights in actor AI likenesses  ( 5 min )
    Tuesday assorted links
    1. Granny flats for Ireland (and where else?) 2. An old PayPal story. 3. “Atkin, Schoar & Shinde have what I believe is first work from home field experiment w/ worker learning. India data entry firm. WFH causally drops productivity 12% at day 0, 6% more from slow learning over time. If workers self-select, it’s […] The post Tuesday assorted links appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to RAD. Only skimmed it but the Shamir secret key ... by LivelyClock In reply to Bill. Fake Bill at 12:42:18. Equestrian, don't ... by Bill In reply to EdR. It's Equestrian. by Bill In reply to bazza. Granny In My Back Yard? by DonH In reply to Bill. Fake Bill at 12:41:05 by Bill Plus 10 more...  ( 4 min )
    New Econ Lesson Plans!
    The latest video for Marginal Revolution University’s Principles of Micro course is on a topic near and dear to our hearts: marginal thinking! (Not to mention the sunk cost fallacy and bell-bottom jeans.) MRU is also featuring this video in a new high school unit plan, “Introduction to Economics.” This unit has a week’s worth […] The post New Econ Lesson Plans! appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to joan. What's the alternative? by Defektor If marginal reasoning is not innate for most peoples, economic ... by joan In reply to joan. “Perhaps not since the Dark Ages has the ... by Dismalist Alex Awesome that you make these available free of charge. ... by John In reply to joan. Knowing the vocab is actually pretty ... by bazza Plus 3 more... Related Stories Emergent Ventures India, Cohort Five The economics of NBA contracts Are “circuit breakers” overrated?  ( 4 min )
    The European Visa Mess
    A US passport used to allow visa free travel to more countries than almost any other passport. No longer. Yahoo: The days of visa-free travel throughout most of Europe are about to change. Starting early next year, the European Union will implement the European Travel Information and Authorization System requiring all visitors from visa-free countries […] The post The European Visa Mess appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments “This is not a logical response. ” It may very well be. ... by meagain In reply to Ricardo. That's interesting, just looked it up. ... by Hoosier In reply to It is different. You have no guarnantee of entry ... by Matt You can have your “world with no passports” when we get a ... by Anti-Gnostic In reply to Some Toronto guy. Yes, now that the world is ... by Butler T. Reynolds Plus 10 more... Related Stories Sri Lanka travel notes Emergent Ventures India, Cohort Five How to eat well in Sri Lanka  ( 5 min )
    Would room temperature superconductivity benefit military offense or defense?
    If, if, if, people we still do not know yet.  But I am one who likes to ask if, and GPT-4 plus is willing to accommodate those desires: Room temperature superconductivity could potentially benefit both offensive and defensive military capabilities, but it will depend on how this technology is applied. Offense: The military could potentially […] The post Would room temperature superconductivity benefit military offense or defense? appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to Lord Action. Thank you for your thoughtful ... by Bill Superconductive materials allow you to generate big currents ... by not chat gpt In reply to Jon Carmel. Rail guns have already been ... by TomR ChatGPT silliness aside, it's kind of a useless question. ... by Dagon In reply to dearieme. The word “chat” meaning cat is ... by 200 billion dollars by 3pm Plus 10 more... Related Stories Behavioral Economics and ChatGPT: From William Shakespeare to Elena Ferrante Emergent Ventures India, Cohort Five The political impact of social media has been grossly overrated  ( 5 min )
    Emergent Ventures India, Cohort Five
    The following was compiled by Shruti Rajagopalan, who directs Emergent Ventures India.  I will not indent the material: Ankita Vijayvergiya is a computer Science Engineer and an entrepreneur. She founded BillionCarbon along with her co-founder Nikhil Vijayvergiya, to work on solving two problems that plague India – soil degradation and managing biodegradable waste. At BillionCarbon, […] The post Emergent Ventures India, Cohort Five appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments “ Ankur Paliwal is an independent journalist who writes about ... by Josh kZ In reply to Not Woke. MR has bunch of excellent pricks by Author! In reply to Anonymous. Yes, all except one of them sound like ... by Not Woke In reply to Marky Mark. Tata and ArcelorMittal come to mind, ... by M Yes, a v impressive array of talent! Then there are the South ... by Marky Mark Plus 3 more... Related Stories The political impact of social media has been grossly overrated My excellent Conversation with the excellent Noam Dworman The Economics of Export Bans  ( 10 min )
  • Open

    Who Put These Stocks in the Index?
    Also Hex, FTT and Apollo’s apologies.  ( 2 min )
  • Open

    An editor resigned in protest. Now, Wiley is firing him four months earlier than he planned to leave.
    The publisher Wiley has fired the chief editor of the Journal of Biogeography after he resigned over conflicts with the company.   Michael Dawson, a professor at the University of California, Merced, submitted his resignation on June 21, tweeting that he made the decision “because journal management declined to explore productive solutions to a suite of … Continue reading An editor resigned in protest. Now, Wiley is firing him four months earlier than he planned to leave.  ( 7 min )
  • Open

    Software for Compositional Modeling in Epidemiology
    Here are the slides for my talk at Applied Category Theory 2023, in case anyone wants a look at them before I give the talk—or during, or after: • Software for compositional modeling in epidemiology. The talk is on Wednesday August 2nd, 14:00 UTC, which is 10 am Eastern Time. Eventually a video should appear […]  ( 7 min )
  • Open

    10 Great Underrated Al Pacino Movies You Probably Haven’t Seen
    When Al Pacino first emerged onto the big screen in the 1970s, acting was never the same. His unmistakable presence and energy opened a window to a whole new style of performance. Through his vulnerability and unique blend of internal angst and volatile expressiveness, Pacino became an anti-Hollywood star. He has starred in many modern […]  ( 10 min )
  • Open

    reader view page generator
    web0  ( 1 min )
  • Open

    Studying average associations between income and survey responses on happiness: Be careful about deterministic and causal interpretations that are not supported by these data.
    Jonathan Falk writes: This is an interesting story of heterogeneity of response, and an interesting story of “adversarial collaboration,” and an interesting PNAS piece. I need to read it again later this weekend, though, to see if the stats make … Continue reading →  ( 16 min )
  • Open

    Ensure R Language Reproducibility with dateback Package
    Sooner or later, most R programmers end up with code that no longer runs because of package updates. One way to address the problem was the MRAN Time Machine which Microsoft retired on July 1, 2023. You can get similar functionality for source packages using “dateback,” thanks to Ryota Suzuki. As with ... Continue reading: Ensure R Language Reproducibility with dateback Package  ( 10 min )
    It’s the interactions
    What makes a ML model a black-box? It is the interactions. Without any interactions, the ML model is additive and can be exactly described. Studying interaction effects of ML models is challenging. The main XAI approaches are: This post is mainly about the third approach. Its beauty is that we ... Continue reading: It’s the interactions  ( 11 min )
    States
    Today’s TidyTuesday takes some data about US states from Wikipedia. Embedding... Continue reading: States  ( 15 min )
    R Functions for Getting Objects
    Introduction Continue reading: R Functions for Getting Objects  ( 11 min )
    She issued install.packages() — you won’t believe what happened next!
    Just install.packages(), he said. CRAN has spoiled us. Most of the time, it’s a breeze to add new packages to our Continue reading: She issued install.packages() — you won’t believe what happened next!  ( 17 min )
    My Life with the R-universe
    Summary Continue reading: My Life with the R-universe  ( 18 min )
  • Open

    Comment on July 2023 version: content now complete, including index by Oliver Gray
    After 11.3.13 Proposition, "intersection of any two affine open subsets of A" should be "of X"?  ( 10 min )
  • Open

    For the Midwest, There’s No Easy Way Out of This Year’s Drought
    A hot summer and dry spring have brought drought to a large part of the Midwest. While sporadic, intense rain events and soil conditions affect the region’s ability to recover, the lack of moisture has far-reaching implications, including on agriculture and water levels on the country’s largest rivers.  ( 13 min )
  • Open

    NRL Predictions for Round 23
    Team Ratings for Round 23 The basic method is described on my Department home page. Here are the team ratings prior to this week’s games, along with the ratings at the start of the season. Current Rating Rating at Season Start Difference Panthers 12.70 12.99 -0.30 Storm 7.61 11.21 -3.60 Cowboys 5.33 6.23 -0.90 Rabbitohs […] NRL Predictions for Round 23 first appeared on Stats Chat.  ( 4 min )
    Bunnings NPC Predictions for Week 1
    Team Ratings for Week 1 The basic method is described on my Department home page. Here are the team ratings prior to this week’s games, along with the ratings at the start of the season. Current Rating Rating at Season Start Difference Canterbury 9.44 9.44 0.00 Wellington 8.72 8.72 0.00 North Harbour 7.75 7.75 -0.00 […] Bunnings NPC Predictions for Week 1 first appeared on Stats Chat.  ( 3 min )

  • Open

    linkylove 07-31-23
    bogwarts coding comics ⮫ unix_surrealism 📌 <ø\‣ ⮫ ⇾ solarpunk.cool zines! ⇾ The Map is the Territory  ( 1 min )
  • Open

    Contextual Integrity for Differential Privacy #1 [23w5106]
    Very relaxed beginning to the workshop, with [xkcd illustrated] tutorials on CI and DP, plus informal discussions to find a common ground over the week. Helped by the beautiful surroundings of the UBC Okanagan campus. Tutorial on the fundamentals of differential privacy, with a long room discussion on the meaning(s) of the definition, for instance […]  ( 7 min )
  • Open

    Contextual Integrity for Differential Privacy #1 [23w5106]
    Very relaxed beginning to the workshop, with [xkcd illustrated] tutorials on CI and DP, plus informal discussions to find a common ground over the week. Helped by the beautiful surroundings of the UBC Okanagan campus. Tutorial on the fundamentals of differential privacy, with a long room discussion on the meaning(s) of the definition, for instance […]  ( 7 min )
    Doug’s scared…
    Following a link from a NYT editorial, I came upon a transcribed interview of Douglas Hofstadter on his fright about the current nature of AI and in particular of the impact of (surprise, surprise!) ChatGPT. When the French translation of Gödel, Escher, Bach came out in 1985, it became an immediate success, I read it, […]  ( 8 min )
  • Open

    Comment on July 2023 version: content now complete, including index by Oliver Gray
    Very minor: in the paragraph following 12.3.A, there's an extraneous "it".  ( 10 min )
    Comment on July 2023 version: content now complete, including index by Oliver Gray
    In 12.2.L, the bold sentence seems to be missing a verb, "we define", maybe. I'd just like to say how much I've got out of your notes and the AGITTOC lectures - your time and generosity is greatly appreciated :-)  ( 10 min )
    Comment on June 2023 version: potentially finalized content by ravivakil
    In reply to Jan Willing. Thank you Jan! These are all right, and I've edited both appropriately.  ( 13 min )
    Comment on June 2023 version: potentially finalized content by ravivakil
    In reply to Clemens. You are right on all three counts, and they are all patched. Thanks!  ( 13 min )
    Comment on June 2023 version: potentially finalized content by ravivakil
    In reply to Pengcheng Zhang. Thanks, now fixed! (Unfortunately I will have added a lot of errors like this, while making the index, where spaces have accidentally disappeared.)  ( 13 min )
  • Open

    raw data from Cassini
    One thing we discovered this past academic year is that NASA took more than 300,000 images of Saturn's rings! Today I met with Maya Nesen (NYU) and Ana Pacheco (NYU) to look at raw spacecraft data. Nesen is working on the tabulated housekeeping data, giving the position and orientation of the spacecraft and instruments in various coordinate systems (that we are trying to work out). Pacheco is working on the raw imaging data from the imaging module. We discussed how to display the imaging so that an astronomer can confirm the the noise level and rough noise properties in the pixels. We discussed adjustments to our plots of the housekeeping data to aid in our interpretation of it. In particular, we looked at some of the camera-related meta data and it looks like the camera might have a few different zoom settings. I guess we have to read some documentation!CassiniCassini  ( 14 min )
  • Open

    July 2023 version: content now complete, including index
    A new version of the notes is available here. (It, and all older versions, are available at the usual place.) The main change from the previous version: The index is potentially done. Now the editing I will do will be primarily in response to comments and suggestions from others. I am very interested in any […]  ( 10 min )
  • Open

    The Question That Matters Most When You Write
    It’s not: “What should I say?” Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 8 min )
    Medium Day: the State of The Writing Cooperative and Justin’s AMA
    Pre-submit your Medium Day questions, a look at Boost Nominations, and updates to The Writing Cooperative.  ( 10 min )
    Your Writing Isn’t Improving Because You Keep Doing the Same Thing
    Let’s change it. Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 8 min )
    How Superman Has Roots in Arthurian Legend
    Collective narratives reveal much about the essential longings of the human spirit Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 8 min )
  • Open

    The Plymouth Church in Framingham, Massachusetts
    Across the United States, there is no shortage of historical churches. Ranging from different time periods, denominations, and congregations, churches across America have been a defining feature throughout the nation's history. Although many churches have a unique history, there is one church in Framingham that has a particularly notable distinction as being the first public performance and singing of the Battle Hymn of the Republic. The church was founded in 1701 and by the time of the American Civil War, it was called the Hollis Evangelical Congregational Church. On the evening of February 22, 1862, the residents of Framingham gathered in the church to celebrate the 130th anniversary of George Washington's birthday and read aloud his 1796 farewell address as encouraged by President Lincoln via national proclamation three days earlier. The speech was read by Norman School principal George Bigelow and the program was concluded with the singing of Battle Hymn of the Republic by Julia Ward Howe which was published in The Atlantic Monthly that same month.  The song became extremely renowned in the United States with its abolitionist and religious themes resonating strongly with supporters of the Union cause during the American Civil War. It was one of the most popular songs among Union troops and became a staple of United States military music. Today, it's considered a classic patriotic song with many renditions, tributes, and parodies.  ( 13 min )
    ARAI Hill Stone Quarry in Pune, India
    Pune shares a wonderful relationship with hills. Both within and around the city, there are several lush green hills where visitors can find historic forts, temples, monuments, and caves. ARAI Hill, also known as Vetal Hill, is the highest point in the city at an elevation of over 2,000 feet. The Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI) is located here. A temple of Vetal and a few other temples are also located on the hill. A short distance from ARAI and the temples is a large abandoned stone quarry that has formed a lake. The quarry is a paradise for nature lovers. Every morning and evening, people visit the hill for walking, jogging, photography, bird watching, yoga, meditation, exploring nature, and watching the city from one of its highest points. The hill is accessible from multiple areas, as there are walking trails from all sides. All the trails converge towards the center at the top, where the stone quarry lake is located. Some portions of the hill are covered with dense trees, while others are grasslands. The quarry lake, with its marshy areas and shallow waters, has created a wetland with an ecosystem of its own. One can spot several rare and exotic bird species here. The hill is home to a variety of flora and fauna. The views offered from here are breathtaking. One can see the city stretching into the distance where there are more hills at the horizon.  ( 13 min )
    Tone Canal Billiken Shrine in Nagareyama, Japan
    Billiken is one of the many iconic mascots of Osaka, alongside the Glico marathon runner and the gigantic crab. Also called Billiken-san, this narrow-eyed dwarf with an onion-shaped head is said to be a lucky god, particularly revered by merchants who believe that rubbing the feet of his effigy brings you good luck. While he is well-known across Japan, it often goes unmentioned that he does not originate in Japan, but in Kansas City, Missouri. Billiken, the "god of things as they ought to be," was designed circa 1907-1908 by illustrator Florence Pretz for her friend Sarah Hamilton Birchall's stories published in The Canada West magazine. He instantly proved to be a hit, exceptionally profitable (except to the designer herself, much to her chagrin). Billiken statuettes were warmly receive…  ( 14 min )
    Queen Victoria Bridge in Madrid, Spain
    King Alfonso XIII and Queen Victoria Eugenia presided over the inauguration of the Queen Victoria Bridge on June 13, 1909. The bridge was named in honor of the king's wife. It connects Bombilla Park, the two hermitages of San Antonio de la Florida, with the Colonia de San Antonio de La Florida and the Colonia del Manzanares. Based on a design by architect Julio Martnez-Zapata Rodriguez, it was built by engineer José Eugenio Ribera Dutaste. The bridge includes two, parallel elliptical reinforced concrete arches that are decorated in modernist style. It also has two lanes for cars. Additionally, Queen Victoria Bridge is one of Spain's earliest concrete bridges. Four vases and eight cast-iron lampposts decorated by Francisco Iglesias with bears serve as its adornment. During the Second Spanish Republic, the bridge changed its name to Puente de Galicia. After the Spanish Civil War, it recovered its original name. On one of its sides, visitors can see a commemorative plaque placed on June 13, 1999, to celebrate its 19th anniversary. Its ornamental components, which are mostly concentrated on the board, reflect the modernist trends of the day. Four vases and eight iron lampposts (two and four at each end) are placed on it, at the base of which different rampant bears appear, in a clear reference to the heraldic shield of Madrid.  ( 13 min )
    The Moore-Lindsay Historical House Museum in Norman, Oklahoma
    In 1899 when the Moore-Lindsay Historical House was constructed it cost approximately $5,000, ten times what the average home in the area cost to build. William Moore and his wife Agnes were an important part of society in Norman. The house was later sold to Agnes’ niece and her husband, Harry, and Daisy Lindsay. The remnants of Daisy Lindsay’s locally famous rose garden can still be seen on the property next door. In the 1960s, the family sold the house and it was divided into apartments. They didn’t last long, however, before the building was condemned. The city of Norman saved the house and opened it as a museum in the 1970s.  The museum is now furnished as an example of the typical Oklahoma Victorian house. The house contains artifacts from around Cleveland County, including a woman’s side-saddle ridden by Martha Giles in the Land Run of 1889.         The museum hosts frequent events for both adults and children, including tea parties, soap-making, embroidery classes, children’s camps, and even paranormal investigations.  ( 12 min )
    ‘The Fat Policeman’ in Budapest, Hungary
    St. Stephen’s Basilica is one of the most popular attractions in the Hungarian capital, and Uncle Karl has kept a watchful eye on it since 1987. Standing in the market square, the “Fat Policeman” statue was created by Finnish sculptor Kaarlo Mikkonen (1920-2001) and has since become a beloved icon of the city. Nicknamed Uncle Karl, the affable bronze copper is clad in a circa-mid-20th-century uniform, complete with a dated helmet and a dapper mustachio. Uncle Karl is notable for his belly, which has a gloriously golden patina—a clear sign that it has been rubbed by many. Local superstition has it that rubbing his belly grants you good luck and immunity against weight gain so that one can enjoy as much Hungarian food as they like.  ( 13 min )
    A Peek Inside America's Most Dazzling Menu Collection
    THIS ARTICLE IS ADAPTED FROM THE JULY 29, 2023, EDITION OF GASTRO OBSCURA’S FAVORITE THINGS NEWSLETTER. YOU CAN SIGN UP HERE. If you spent any time on the website formerly known as Twitter in the last few months, you may have seen a vintage menu going viral. The menu, dated to February 17, 1941, is from the Warner Bros. Studio Cafe in Burbank, California. What made it so fascinating was the sheer amount of food and the number of midcentury oddities on offer. The hungry starlet or sound technician, if their wallets allowed, could start with imported caviar, follow it up with a T-bone steak, and finish their meal with a glass of half-and-half. It’s incredible how many details about the era jump off a single page. One of the daily specials was “hot dogs with Liberty cabbage and carrots.…  ( 22 min )
    The World's Largest Freshwater Fish Are Weird and Wonderful
    This story was originally published on The Conversation and appears here under a Creative Commons license. Rivers have been the lifeblood of human civilization throughout history, and yet we know surprisingly little about what lives in many of them—including the giant creatures that prowl their depths. While we know the biggest animal in the ocean is the blue whale and the largest marine fish is the whale shark, the identity of the world’s largest freshwater fish species long remained a mystery. Until 2022, that is, when fishers in Cambodia caught a giant freshwater stingray in the remote reaches of the Mekong River. Weighing an astounding 661 pounds, the stingray surpassed by 15 pounds a giant catfish caught in Thailand in 2005 that had previously been considered the unofficial …  ( 20 min )
    Tlachtemalácatl (Mesoamerican Ballgame Stone Ring) in Mexico City, Mexico
    Coyoacán was once a town completely separate from Mexico City. As such, it needed its own central square, what is now the Plaza Hidalgo. When this plaza was being built, a large stone ring with a figure carved on it was unearthed. This was a tlachtemalácatl, the name in Náhuatl (the language of the Aztec/Mexica people) for the "goals" of the Mesoamerican Ballgame. Known as tlachtli, variants of this game were played by the Indigenous peoples of most of Mexico and Central America, almost always with ritualistic and symbolic purposes. This particular malacatl of the tlachtli game was so well-carved that it was kept after being found, and eventually placed in a prominent position in the Jesús Reyes Heroles House of Culture, in what is now the Mexico City borough of Coyoacán. This cultural center was once an actual house, and its late 18th-century architecture shows it. It also functioned as a paper factory for some time, and in 1985, was established as a House of Culture. Its namesake, Jesús Reyes Heroles, was a significant 20th-century intellectual who delved into law, politics, and history. Usually advocating in favor of democratic values and human rights, his legacy led to many institutions other than this center being named after him.  ( 13 min )
    Podcast: Bone Vinyl
    Listen and subscribe on Stitcher, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all major podcast apps. In this episode of The Atlas Obscura Podcast, we hear the story of how, in the Soviet Union, X-rays didn’t just offer a look inside the human body. They also gave a glimpse of the outside world, thanks to music that was imprinted onto this unassuming medical tool. Our podcast is an audio guide to the world’s wondrous, awe-inspiring, strange places. In under 15 minutes, we’ll take you to an incredible site, and along the way you’ll meet some fascinating people and hear their stories. Join us daily, Monday through Thursday, to explore a new wonder with cofounder Dylan Thuras and a neighborhood of Atlas Obscura reporters.  ( 13 min )
    Puzzle Monday: On the Map Crossword
    Atlas Obscura's fortnightly crossword comes to us from creator Laura Braunstein and editor Stella Zawistowski, members of Inkubator, which publishes crossword puzzles by women and nonbinary constructors. You can see more puzzles in their book, Inkubator Crosswords: 100 Audacious Puzzles from Women and Nonbinary Creators. You can solve the puzzle below, or download it in .pdf or .puz. Note that the links in the clues will take you to Atlas Obscura pages that may contain the answer. Happy solving!  ( 12 min )
  • Open

    U.S. Looks to Mongolia, Wedged between China and Russia, for Critical Minerals
    All routes out of the landlocked country touch China or Russia, presenting diplomatic and physical challenges
    How to Roll a Joint Perfectly, according to Science
    Scientists used a smoking machine—complete with a 3-D-printed mouthpiece—to figure out how to get the most cannabinoid per puff.
    Does Barbie Affect Body Image? What the Science Shows
    A clinical health psychologist talks about Barbie’s influence on how women and girls view their body
    These Salamanders Steal Genes and Can Have up to Five Extra Sets of Chromosomes
    Unisexual salamanders in the genus Ambystoma appear to be the only creatures in the world that reproduce the way they do. Researchers know how, but the why is still being figured out.
    Art May Be in the Body of the Beholder
    A study suggests a complex interplay between bodily feeling, emotion and art
    Did Earth's Water Come from Meteorites?
    At least some of our planet’s water was carried here by hydrogen-rich space rocks, but it’s not yet clear how much
    Discovery of Elusive 'Einstein' Tile Raises More Questions Than It Answers
    A surprisingly simple answer to a mathematical puzzle intrigues the math world
    Electric Bandages Heal Wounds That Won't Close, Animal Study Shows
    New technology combines electricity and drugs to stimulate healing of tenacious wounds
    How 'Zombie' Fires Rise from the Dead in Spring
    As “zombie” fires become more common, new research shows they arise from an unexpected source
    How Wasted Food Turns into Huge Amounts of Greenhouse Gas
    Here’s how food loss and waste threaten the planet at every stage, from harvest to consumption
    Humans Can Spot Tiny Numerical Differences
    Where is the line between knowing and guessing?
    Munching Bugs Gave the First Mammals an Edge
    Early mammals got ahead by eating insects
    New Robot Hand Works by Feel, Not Sight
    These simple sensors let a robot function by touch alone, allowing it to manipulate objects from a soup can to a rubber duck
    This Quantum Fluid Freezes When Heated
    Physicists finally understand why heating a supercold quantum fluid freezes it into a solid
    See an Amazingly Detailed Map of the Fruit Fly Brain
    A dazzling new map lights up the fruit fly brain
    Which Is More Dangerous: Outer Space or the Deep Sea?
    Explorers of space and the deep sea face similar dangers, but some differences make one realm safer than the other
    Mosquitoes Carry Nasty Diseases. Here's How to Protect Yourself
    Malaria grabs headlines, but U.S. residents are more likely to encounter West Nile virus and other mosquito-borne illnesses
    Rippling Waves of Plasma May Cause Massive Stars to 'Twinkle'
    Scientists have developed a new model to predict how much “gravity waves” could alter a star’s brightness
    How Old Can Humans Get?
    An expert on aging thinks humans could live to be 1,000 years old—with a few tweaks to our genetic “software”
  • Open

    15 Light Summer Meals to Keep on Repeat
    Salads, sandwiches, pastas, and more for easy, breezy lunches and dinners.  ( 13 min )
    I Own Dozens of Knives—And Love This $35 Cork-Lined Box for Storing Them
    This cork-lined box is an excellent, relatively inexpensive way to store knives in a drawer.  ( 11 min )
  • Open

    In the real world people have goals and beliefs. In a controlled experiment, you have to endow them
    This is Jessica. A couple weeks ago I posted on the lack of standardization in how people design experiments to study judgment and decision making, especially in applied areas of research like visualization, human-centered AI, privacy and security, NLP, etc. … Continue reading →  ( 19 min )
    It was an open secret for years and years that they were frauds, but nobody seemed to care.
    I love this story so much I’m gonna tell it again: I remember the Watergate thing happening when I was a kid, and I asked my dad, “So, when did you realize that Nixon was a crook?” My dad replied, … Continue reading →  ( 22 min )
  • Open

    What should Jeff Holmes ask Alex and me?
    Rumor has it that there will be a special edition of Conversations with Tyler, to commemorate the pending 20th year anniversary of Marginal Revolution (yes, we have posted multiple times each day, without exception). We will be recording, of course, in Chennai.  So what should Jeff ask Alex and me?  If you don’t already know, […] The post What should Jeff Holmes ask Alex and me? appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to Justin Chang. Justin, without the blogfather, ... by ged What was the closest you ever came to going a day without ... by Jonathan Tout In reply to Who will trundle him in his wheelchair @100. ... by The real name sounds even useless In reply to Naveen K. Naveen K by Looking for your mother's cunt 1. I'm not an economist, but I get the sense that most ... by Robert A Gressis Plus 10 more... Related Stories David J. Deming now has a Substack  ( 4 min )
    Monday assorted links
    1. Is HHS the ugliest building in DC, or is it just fine?  Why was it once considered “too opulent”? 2. Solar energy fact of the day.  Should this make you less bullish about nuclear? 3. Edward Sexton, tailor to the Beatles, passes away RIP. 4. David Card on writing controversial papers. 5. Lord Monboddo […] The post Monday assorted links appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to Lord Action. You could do electrolysis. Split ... by Doug In reply to Lord Action. Desalinization plant. Very energy ... by Engineer “Joseph A. Califano Jr., HEW’s then-secretary, told a Post ... by Rioting mainly for fun and profit In reply to Data Scientist. Unfortunately no. Fresh baked ... by Hmm In reply to RAD. Lord Monboddo folklore. “He was said to ... by b Plus 10 more...  ( 4 min )
    Sam Peltzman on American happiness
    Sam is still writing good papers: Since 1972 the General Social Survey (GSS) has asked a representative sample of US adults “… [are] you …very happy, pretty happy, or not too happy?” Overall, the population is reasonably happy even after a mild recent decline. I focus on differences along standard socio demographic dimensions: age, race, […] The post Sam Peltzman on American happiness appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments My theory, or maybe it's a known theory by now, is that ... by Mike W In reply to Umm, there was little USA rahing going on in 1976. ... by community notes In reply to Umm, there was little USA rahing going on in 1976. ... by PHinton In reply to steve. Yes, almost like I explicitly said ... by Sure In reply to steve. I think each one of us has an internal set ... by Rahul Plus 10 more... Related Stories Suicide rates The Rise in American Pain David J. Deming now has a Substack  ( 5 min )
    How to eat well in Sri Lanka
    Food here is excellent, but eating well involves some counterintuitive advice. For one thing, there are few “undiscovered gems” along the roadways.  It is just not a thing here, and several Sri Lanka residents have confirmed this to me (one person suggested there used to be lots of them, but they have faded).  During my […] The post How to eat well in Sri Lanka appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to bazza. Well they did storm the palace and forced ... by EdR In reply to MMK. Taking inspiration from eco-tourism Pakistan ... by Rahul In reply to JWatts. I'm not quite sure what to do with the ... by dearieme In reply to Patrick. Sri Lanka has a legitimate tourism ... by MMK In reply to Umm, there was little USA rahing going on in 1976. ... by dearieme Plus 10 more... Related Stories Sri Lanka travel notes The Economics of Export Bans  ( 6 min )
  • Open

    Highway Patrol ‘use of force’ incident leaves one man dead on I-94 in north Minneapolis
    Plus: Warrant unsealed in arrest of Adam Fravel; more wildfire smoke in northern Minnesota; Burnsville receives federal aid for Nicollet, Highway 13 intersection; and more.  ( 7 min )
    What happens when a homeless encampment closes?
    University researchers aim to find out how encampment closings affect resident health.  ( 18 min )
    University of Minnesota researchers hope FREUD tool will detect early signs of serious mental illness
    The project, known as Fast, Reliable, Electronic, Unconscious, Detection, or FREUD, would use measurement of brain activity to detect early, subconscious signals of hesitation or pause over specific images that may signal the early stages of certain conditions.  ( 23 min )
    Split Rock Lighthouse lit for the first time on July 31, 1910
    By 1940, its picturesque North Shore setting had made it one of the most visited lighthouses in the United States.  ( 10 min )
    Yes, it’s time for us to move away from the two party system
    Political party members will soon become a minority in American politics, most likely before the next presidential election.  ( 12 min )
    Smell, saliva and sobriety tests: How Minnesota law enforcement agencies hope to prevent DWIs via marijuana use
    The area where most Minnesotans might notice enforcement of still-illegal acts are on the highway. State troopers and police officers are still charged with preventing driving while impaired.  ( 27 min )
    Eleven arrested in St. Paul human trafficking sting
    Plus: Minnesota Republicans call for special session on marijuana law; one dead, one injured in shooting in Minneapolis neighborhood; child found safe following AMBER Alert; and more.  ( 8 min )
  • Open

    The Moon Emoji Is Securities Fraud
    Also micromanaged investment bankers and a chrome orb.  ( 2 min )
  • Open

    Elizabeth and Her German Garden, by Elizabeth von Arnim
    The English wife of a German aristocrat recounts, through a series of diary entries, a year spent revitalizing the neglected garden of their estate.  ( 2 min )
    The History of Henry Esmond, by William Makepeace Thackeray
    A young nobleman of obscure birth sacrifices his own interests to uphold the honor of his patrons’ family.  ( 2 min )
    Pan Tadeusz, by Adam Mickiewicz
    A young nobleman explores romance, feuding families, politics, and national identity during a period of social upheaval and Russian occupation.  ( 2 min )
  • Open

    R-Ladies Morelia, Mexico, hosts First Anniversary Event on July 31, 2023
    R-Ladies Morelia is celebrating its first anniversary on the 31st of July 2023, and hosting a hybrid event to mark this occasion. In this event, they plan on providing the... Continue reading: R-Ladies Morelia, Mexico, hosts First Anniversary Event on July 31, 2023  ( 13 min )
    One Weird Trick to Make Ggplot2 Columns the Same Width
    R and Shiny Training: If you find this blog to be interesting, please note that I offer personalized and group-based training sessions that may be reserved through Buy me a Coffee. Additionally, I provide training services in the Spanish language ... Continue reading: One Weird Trick to Make Ggplot2 Columns the Same Width  ( 8 min )
    One Weird Trick to Make Ggplot2 Columns the Same Width
    If you have used ggplot2, you probably wondered how to make all columns the same width. We can also center the columns and make columns in the same category more sep... Continue reading: One Weird Trick to Make Ggplot2 Columns the Same Width  ( 7 min )
    The replicate() function in R
    Introduction Continue reading: The replicate() function in R  ( 13 min )
    Linear model and Transformations
    Introduction Continue reading: Linear model and Transformations  ( 22 min )
    Using flexdashboard to create a GitHub Actions-powered YouTube feed
    Utagawa Yoshikazu, Early Foreign Photographer in Yokohama R-Ladies organizes a multitude of inspiring and exciting Meetups worldwide. However, due to work, time zones, or other commitments, I can’t attend them all. Fortunately, since the pand... Continue reading: Using flexdashboard to create a GitHub Actions-powered YouTube feed  ( 26 min )
  • Open

    President of Japanese university resigns after findings of ‘self-plagiarism’
    The president of Aizu University in Japan has resigned after two investigations found he had self-plagiarized or double-submitted a dozen papers. Toshiaki Miyazaki was also found to have “filed an application for a project subsidized by the national government without going through the university official procedures,” which “caused confusion,” according to Aizu. He resigned effective … Continue reading President of Japanese university resigns after findings of ‘self-plagiarism’  ( 8 min )
    Exclusive: How a dean went about about correcting the scientific record even when at least one journal said he didn’t need to
    Less than a year after he became dean of the University of Alabama Birmingham School of Dentistry, an uncomfortable email landed in Russell Taichman’s inbox. Overlapping and duplicated panels in one of Taichman’s 2005 papers were among a list of complaints relayed by the publisher of Cellular Signalling in the April 2020 correspondence – complaints … Continue reading Exclusive: How a dean went about about correcting the scientific record even when at least one journal said he didn’t need to  ( 11 min )
  • Open

    Pronouncing literally
    Commenting on yesterday's post "Semantic drift of the week", Nicholas wrote this about the pronunciation of different senses of the word battery: In Australia and many parts of the UK, the pronunciation between both is significantly different. "Batch-ry" holds the electrical charge. Batt-ery is the criminal charge. Pronouncing words like military, literally, and battery without […]  ( 11 min )
  • Open

    Judging Love & Rockets No. 2 by its Cover
    Jaime and Gilbert Hernandez created and self-published the black-and-white 68-page comics anthology Love and Rockets #1 in 1981, which Fantagraphics reprinted in 1982 with new colored front and back covers. Three more issues followed in 1983, including #2: Fantagraphics also published a three-part colored mini-series Mechanics in late 1985, reprinting Jaime Hernandez’s 6-part story “Mechanics” […]  ( 10 min )
  • Open

    Why It’s Hard to Track Maternal Deaths Under Abortion Bans
    Post-Roe, pregnancy-related deaths in the U.S. are expected to rise. Advocates say it’s important to gather maternal mortality data to understand the life-or-death consequences of the restrictions. But determining whether those deaths were due to an inability to obtain an abortion can be difficult.  ( 16 min )
  • Open

    Using AI to protect against AI image manipulation
    “PhotoGuard,” developed by MIT CSAIL researchers, prevents unauthorized image manipulation, safeguarding authenticity in the era of advanced generative models.  ( 10 min )
  • Open

    August 2023 Challenge
    Square-triangular numbers  ( 1 min )
  • Open

    Moon
    No content preview  ( 1 min )

  • Open

    Comment on June 2023 version: potentially finalized content by ravivakil
    In reply to Jan. No worries; I value having people reading as closely as you!  ( 13 min )
    Comment on June 2023 version: potentially finalized content by ravivakil
    In reply to Su, Tao. That's a good idea - it is easy to say given what the reader knows, and an important concept. Likely I'll add it in the next week. (And thank you for the kind words.)  ( 13 min )
    Comment on June 2023 version: potentially finalized content by ravivakil
    In reply to Swan Klein. Thanks! I see what you mean, and it definitely could be. The one with times maps to the one with the otimes, which maps to the right side of that map in the notes. So we're both right. I want to write it like this so the two vector vector bundles (the two sides of the "\times") are most visible. (And thanks for your other suggestions and corrections you sent by email; I think I owe you a response, and if so, hope to get to it soon.)  ( 13 min )
    Comment on June 2023 version: potentially finalized content by ravivakil
    In reply to Gabe O. Thanks, now fixed!  ( 13 min )
    Comment on June 2023 version: potentially finalized content by ravivakil
    In reply to Gabe O. Thanks, now fixed! I'm now properly doing the index, which causes spacing errors like this when I'm not careful, and these are *really* hard to catch.  ( 13 min )
    Comment on June 2023 version: potentially finalized content by Gabe O
    In reply to Gabe O. Another typo in Def. 10.7.7. ..., we say \rho: X^{red}\to X is "the" reduction of *X if*, missing a space between "X" and "if"  ( 13 min )
  • Open

    Contextual Integrity for Differential Privacy #0 [23w5106]
    The Banff International Research Station will host the “Contextual Integrity for Differential Privacy” workshop at the UBC Okanagan campus in Kelowna, B.C., from July 30 to August 4, 2023. Privacy concerns are becoming a major obstacle to using data, and it is often unclear how current regulations should translate into technology. Over the last decade, […]  ( 7 min )
  • Open

    Contextual Integrity for Differential Privacy #0 [23w5106]
    The Banff International Research Station will host the “Contextual Integrity for Differential Privacy” workshop at the UBC Okanagan campus in Kelowna, B.C., from July 30 to August 4, 2023. Privacy concerns are becoming a major obstacle to using data, and it is often unclear how current regulations should translate into technology. Over the last decade, […]  ( 7 min )
  • Open

    building trust in emulators
    I started writing in a possible grant proposal (that would be in collaboration with others) about the trustworthiness of machine-learning emulators. Emulators are systems that learn the input–output relationship of a computationally expensive simulation and produce (or speed the computation of) new simulation outputs, reducing total computational requirements for a given number of simulations. These are so important now that the ESA and data-analysis plans crucially involve emulation.EuclidSimons Observatory The issue is: How do we trust that the emulators are giving good outputs? There is no obvious way to test them, except by comparing to held-out training data. But in large-scale structure contexts, no amount of held-out data can test the enormous input data space. I don't know how we will ever trust such systems (and damn do we need to!), but I have some ideas about how to improve the situation. One involves enforcing physics symmetries on the emulators. Another involves running adversarial attacks on them.  ( 14 min )
    ACT 2023 --- Network Theory Talks
    A reminder about this week's conference ACT 2023, and a few talks on network theory at this conference.  ( 2 min )
    ACT2023 – Network Theory Talks
    It’s not too late to register to join talks on Zoom at Applied Category Theory 2023. It starts on Monday July 31, 2023! But if you miss out, you can watch talks later on YouTube. Here’s where you can register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/applied-category-theory-2023-registration-643212404617 and here’s the program of talks: https://act2023.github.io/programme.html Besides talks there will also be tutorials: […]  ( 7 min )
  • Open

    The Challenges of Writing About Climate Change
    How do we assign words to this invisible enemy? Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 8 min )
    Some Rules For Balancing Story Details
    Here are some easy ways to add more to your storytelling Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 8 min )
  • Open

    One simple reason why travel is important
    Travel makes you a better reader, especially for history, geography, (factual) economics, and political science. I have been reading two good books about Sri Lanka, namely K.M. de Silva’s Sri Lanka and the Defeat of the LTTE and also his A History of Sri Lanka.  Both would be very difficult to follow if I didn’t […] The post One simple reason why travel is important appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to Grape Fruit. >One simple reason why travel is ... by Derek22 The most visited and venerated places in the world for the past ... by Martin Gray In reply to Excursive. It takes a certain poverty of soul to ... by Excursive In reply to skyzyks. She writes: “Travel prevents us from ... by Excursive In reply to Tom T.. I hope you didn't need to charge your ... by EdR Plus 10 more... Related Stories Sri Lanka travel notes The Amy Finkelstein and Liran Einav health care plan On-line, Chinese production of *The Three-Body Problem*  ( 5 min )
    Sunday assorted links
    1. Questions that are rarely asked: “At the breakfast bar and wondering if having everybody touch the same pair of tongs in the same place is proven to be better than having everybody simply pick up their own piece of bread” 2. The importance of high school guidance counselors. 3. Is fish and chips disappearing?  […] The post Sunday assorted links appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to Hazel Meade. This seems unlikely to me. Why ... by whut In reply to MikeP. >I don't know whether this is real Bill or ... by Derek22 #1 Absent extenuating circumstances (you know that you are ... by Phil S. Investing more in guidance counselors seems like low-hanging ... by Phil S. 1 &7 not surprised russia shot at ufos. russia once mistakenly ... by cornpopsrustyrazor Plus 10 more...  ( 4 min )
    The political impact of social media has been grossly overrated
    Finally the truth is coming out.  A series of new research papers, surveyed in the NYT, present a pretty sobering reality.  Here is just one excerpt: One of the studies was titled “How do social media feed algorithms affect attitudes?” In that research, which included more than 23,000 Facebook users and 21,000 Instagram users, researchers replaced the […] The post The political impact of social media has been grossly overrated appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to JFA. I disagree. The results of such “bad SM” ... by blue jay One study leads Tyler to make sweeping declarations. Smells ... by The Original D In reply to Rahul. Did the authors bother to correlate social ... by The Original D On the one hand I'm just generally skeptical of a lot of social ... by Michael Stack In reply to Hmm. *not a primary cause by Oops Plus 10 more... Related Stories How to assign property rights in actor AI likenesses Fireside chat with Vitalik More on Singapore and public sector talent development  ( 5 min )
    The economics of NBA contracts
    That is the topic of my latest Bloomberg column, here is one excerpt: The Boston Celtics just set an NBA record by agreeing to a five-year, $304 million contract with two-time All-Star Jaylen Brown. The obvious question is whether any single basketball player can be worth that much money — especially someone who is not even the best player on his […] The post The economics of NBA contracts appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to William of LA. This was the whole point of ... by Kaleberg In reply to dave. The joke you were looking for was “yeah, ... by anon/portly In reply to Rahul. Not sure if that's supposed to be a ... by aaron “Qatar owns five percent of the Washington Wizards” Is ... by Quantitative Sneezing In reply to Ameet. Yes, poor fact checking by TC and ... by Wait Plus 10 more... Related Stories Are “circuit breakers” overrated? More on the Merger Guidelines Scrap AMC/KYC Laws  ( 5 min )
    Are “circuit breakers” overrated?
    Maybe so: Market-wide trading halts, also called circuit breakers, have been widely adopted as part of the stock market architecture, in the hope of stabilizing the market during dramatic price declines. We develop an intertemporal equilibrium model to examine how circuit breakers impact market behavior and welfare. We show that a circuit breaker tends to […] The post Are “circuit breakers” overrated? appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to gardel. >but but but things could be worse!!!! ... by Okay On what evidence base were circuit breakers introduced? by dearieme The market becomes more volatile as the price approaches the ... by rayward In reply to Dismalist. We have the empirical reality of ... by Ricardo In reply to Phil S.. In today's markets what percent of ... by Rahul Plus 10 more... Related Stories More on the Merger Guidelines Scrap AMC/KYC Laws Why aren’t Barbie tickets more expensive?  ( 5 min )
  • Open

    Quantum Entanglement
    Cover photo by inkoly ref. 1185114379 on iStock Continue reading: Quantum Entanglement  ( 22 min )
    Reproducible data science with Nix, part 3 — frictionless {plumber} api deployments with Nix
    This is the third post in a series of posts about Nix. Disclaimer: I’m a super Continue reading: Reproducible data science with Nix, part 3 — frictionless {plumber} api deployments with Nix  ( 42 min )
  • Open

    Open Thread 287
    ....
  • Open

    noteworthy.mix 07-30-23
    GradientGenerator “Create advanced CSS gradients” WORDWARD DRAW An odd little word game. Decentralized vs. Federated 📌 “I often see the terms decentralized and federated used somewhat interchangeably. So I wanted to provide a simple explanation and example of the difference.” Snowflake ❄️ 📌 “...a system that allows people from all over the world to access censored websites and applications” overpass turbo 📌 “...a web-based data filtering tool for OpenStreetMap”  ( 1 min )
    ‘Minimalist system monitor for macOS’
    VitalSigns: macOS System Monitor [e2b] Note: This is not an endorsement.  ( 1 min )
  • Open

    Cross-validation FAQ
    Here it is! It’s from Aki. Aki linked to it last year in a post, “Moving cross-validation from a research idea to a routine step in Bayesian data analysis.” But I thought the FAQ deserved its own post. May it … Continue reading →  ( 12 min )
  • Open

    Leibniz-Institut für Astrophysik Potsdam in Potsdam, Germany
    The Leibniz Institute for Astrophysics Potsdam (AIP) is primarily focused on astrophysical research studying various aspects of the universe, from the Sun to the development of the cosmos. All of this is at a historical campus that dates back to the beginning of the 20th century.  The most historic building on the campus is the Humboldt-Haus house, which houses the second largest telescope in the country, just after the Großen Refraktor, on its roof. Several other telescopes and domes dot the area, including a large one that houses the institute library. The Spectrumweg is also a feature that can be found in this place.  ( 12 min )
  • Open

    ACT 2023 --- Network Theory Talks
    A reminder about this week's conference ACT 2023, and a few talks on network theory at this conference.  ( 2 min )
  • Open

    Congressional UFO Hearing Shows Need for More Transparency
    All who testified before a congressional subcommittee claimed that UFOs pose a threat to national security, so why are the reports not made public?
  • Open

    ACT2023 – Network Theory Talks
    It’s not too late to register to join talks on Zoom at Applied Category Theory 2023. It starts on Monday July 31, 2023! But if you miss out, you can watch talks later on YouTube. Here’s where you can register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/applied-category-theory-2023-registration-643212404617 and here’s the program of talks: https://act2023.github.io/programme.html Besides talks there will also be tutorials: […]  ( 7 min )
  • Open

    How Deregulate Govt?
    Government at all levels has limped into the digital age, offering online services that can feel even more cumbersome than the paperwork that preceded them … Government is hamstrung by a rigid, industrial-era culture, in which elites dictate policy from on high, disconnected from and too often disdainful of the details of implementation. Lofty goals morph unrecognizably as they cascade through a complex hierarchy. … Jennifer Pahlka shows why we must … consider what it would mean to truly recode American government. (

  • Open

    off to Banff, almost [23w5106]
    I am almost off to a BIRS workshop on differential privacy taking place on the Okanagan UBC campus rather than at the original BIRS place in Banff, three hours (drive) West, on the Okanagan Lake. When I saw the announcement for the workshop on the BIRS webpage, I saw it as a perfect opportunity to […]  ( 7 min )
  • Open

    off to Banff, almost [23w5106]
    I am almost off to a BIRS workshop on differential privacy taking place on the Okanagan UBC campus rather than at the original BIRS place in Banff, three hours (drive) West, on the Okanagan Lake. When I saw the announcement for the workshop on the BIRS webpage, I saw it as a perfect opportunity to […]  ( 7 min )
  • Open

    Posit Package Manager for Linux R Binaries
    I’ve been getting a lot of use recently from the Posit (née Continue reading: Posit Package Manager for Linux R Binaries  ( 9 min )
    Log transforms, geometric means and estimating population totals by @ellis2013nz
    Motivation I usually talk about statistical inference as having one of three purposes: estimating some finite and defined population parameter, like the mean income of mechanical apprentices in 1890s London or the number of 5-9 year olds living in... Continue reading: Log transforms, geometric means and estimating population totals by @ellis2013nz  ( 28 min )
    Mr. Mastodon Farm: analysing a mastodon ActivityPub outbox.json file
    I migrated my personal Mastodon account from mastodon.social to biologists.social recently. If you’d like to do the same, I found this guide very useful. Note that, once you move, all your previous posts are left behind on the old instance. Before I migrated, I downloaded all of ... Continue reading: Mr. Mastodon Farm: analysing a mastodon ActivityPub outbox.json file  ( 12 min )
    Using flexdashboard to create a GitHub Actions-powered YouTube feed
    Utagawa Yoshikazu, Early Foreign Photographer in Yokohama R-Ladies organizes a multitude of inspiring and exciting Meetups worldwide. However, due to work, time zones, or other commitments, I can’t attend them all. Fortunately, since the pand... Continue reading: Using flexdashboard to create a GitHub Actions-powered YouTube feed  ( 26 min )
  • Open

    Lessons From 80’s Arcade Games About Building A Freelance Side Hustle
    Don’t freelance like Frogger.  ( 10 min )
    How Rugpulling Readers Can Kill Your Work
    Lessons from a Will Smith superhero joint Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 8 min )
  • Open

    Saturday assorted links
    1. #lazygirljob (WSJ). 2. The economic foundations of Kenyan street protests.  And some interest groups are rebelling against Nigerian reforms. 3. Product liability for defective AI.  A law and economics study. 4. Diagnostic medical errors are a huge problem. 5. Lebanese man holds up bank to get his own money out (NYT). 6. More Okie-dokie […] The post Saturday assorted links appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to Rick from Baltimore. I wouldn't advise anyone to ... by Anti-Gnostic In reply to sxb. @Aladdin : decreased productivity doesn't ... by sxb In reply to Crusaders. It's all good til the mutational load ... by Anti-Gnostic In reply to Aladdin. In this case if AI follows the same ... by steve In reply to Pancho. And he will retain or delete any comment ... by This is Tyler's comment section, not yours Plus 10 more...  ( 4 min )
    More on the Merger Guidelines
    Jason Furman and Carl Shapiro write about the merger guidelines. On the thrust of the guideline as political rather than summarzing existing law they are very much in agreement with the Hurwicz and Manne piece that I summarized last week. Merger guidelines aren’t enforceable regulations. They have also never attempted to be a legal brief or […] The post More on the Merger Guidelines appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to Bill. Dan, Your reference to Baker Hughes ... by Bill In reply to blue jay. “Having been run out of India and ... by Naveen K In reply to Ernst. C'mon, man–the Sherman Act was ... by (Not That) Bill O'Reilly In reply to blue jay. That’s essentially an argument for ... by DJ In reply to blue jay. Not true. The earlier guidelines were ... by Bill Plus 10 more... Related Stories Scrap AMC/KYC Laws The Merger Guidelines The Economics of Export Bans  ( 5 min )
    Sri Lanka travel notes
    Have you ever been to a perfect spot and wished “there should be an amazing hotel right there, except I want the hotel without any accompanying crowding or corruptions of tourism?” If that is your desire, Sri Lanka is the country for you.  (Who cares if that is an apparent violation of the laws of […] The post Sri Lanka travel notes appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to Rahul. Can't say I haven't thought about it ... by Naveen K In reply to community notes. You really needed to double up ... by God of Thunder In reply to Snowboobs. fake boobs @ 14:08:20 by community notes In reply to Rahul. Nikita Sokolsky's comment in this thread ... by M In reply to “How good is Buddhism for economic growth ... by Snowboobs Plus 10 more... Related Stories My excellent Conversation with the excellent Noam Dworman The Economics of Export Bans SuperFreakonomics on Geoengineering, Revisited  ( 7 min )
  • Open

    “Will AI Destroy Us?”: Roundtable with Coleman Hughes, Eliezer Yudkowsky, Gary Marcus, and me (+ GPT-4-enabled transcript!)
    A month ago Coleman Hughes, a young writer whose name I recognized from his many thoughtful essays in Quillette and elsewhere, set up a virtual “AI safety roundtable” with Eliezer Yudkowsky, Gary Marcus, and, err, yours truly, for his Conversations with Coleman podcast series. Maybe Coleman was looking for three people with the most widely […]  ( 60 min )
  • Open

    “Will AI Destroy Us?”: Roundtable with Coleman Hughes, Eliezer Yudkowsky, Gary Marcus, and me (+ GPT-4-enabled transcript!)
    A month ago Coleman Hughes, a young writer whose name I recognized from his many thoughtful essays in Quillette and elsewhere, set up a virtual “AI safety roundtable” with Eliezer Yudkowsky, Gary Marcus, and, err, yours truly, for his Conversations with Coleman podcast series. Maybe Coleman was looking for three people with the most widely […]  ( 60 min )
  • Open

    Semantic drift of the week
    …or maybe we should call it a "semantic jump"? It's a pun that illustrates how word meanings can evolve along sensible paths that become obscure as time passes and culture changes. Which is one of the reasons that the reconstruction of linguistic history gets harder as time depth increases. Here's the upper scene in the […]  ( 13 min )
  • Open

    We want to go beyond intent-to-treat analysis here, but we can’t. Why? Because of this: “Will the data collected for your study be made available to others?” “No”; “Would you like to offer context for your decision?” “–“. Millions of taxpayer dollars spent, and we don’t get to see the data.
    Dale Lehman writes: Let me be the first (or not) to ask you to blog about this just released NEJM study. Here are the study, supplementary appendix, and data sharing statement, and I’ve also included the editorial statement. The study … Continue reading →  ( 19 min )
  • Open

    Why Do Dogs Tilt Their Head to the Side?
    The attentive and endearing doggy head tilt might indicate your pup is trying to process what you’re saying
  • Open

    Weekend reads: The black market for papers; the secret life of retractions; a ‘troublesome pattern’
    Would you consider a donation to support Weekend Reads, and our daily work? The week at Retraction Watch featured: Our list of retracted or withdrawn COVID-19 papers is up to nearly 350. There are now 41,000 retractions in our database — which powers retraction alerts in Edifix, EndNote, LibKey, Papers, and Zotero. The Retraction Watch Hijacked Journal Checker now contains 200 titles. And have you seen … Continue reading Weekend reads: The black market for papers; the secret life of retractions; a ‘troublesome pattern’  ( 8 min )

  • Open

    Strings 2023
    For much of the past week, I’ve been attending off and on (on Zoom) the Strings 2023 conference. This year it’s in a hybrid format, with 200 participants in person at the Perimeter Institute, and another 1200 or so on … Continue reading →  ( 8 min )
  • Open

    insufficient Gibbs sampling
    We have just arXived our paper on insufficient Gibbs sampling with Antoine Luciano and Robin Ryder, from Université Paris Dauphine. This is Antoine’s first paper and part of his PhD. (In particular, he wrote the entire code.) The idea stemmed from a discussion on ABC benchmarks, like the one when the pair (median, MAD) is […]  ( 7 min )
  • Open

    insufficient Gibbs sampling
    We have just arXived our paper on insufficient Gibbs sampling with Antoine Luciano and Robin Ryder, from Université Paris Dauphine. This is Antoine’s first paper and part of his PhD. (In particular, he wrote the entire code.) The idea stemmed from a discussion on ABC benchmarks, like the one when the pair (median, MAD) is […]  ( 7 min )
  • Open

    Eat Like a 19th-Century Lumberjack With This Recipe
    Gastro Obscura’s Summer Cookout columnist Paula Marcoux is a food historian and the author of Cooking With Fire. Throughout the summer, she’ll be sharing recipes and stories from the luminous history of open-fire cooking. Deep in the mid-winter Maine woods in 1902, a young chemist persuaded six lumberjacks to be his lab rats. For one 18-meal work-week, he cataloged every scrap of food the men were about to eat, then he collected all the relevant feces, sealing them in “museum jars” and freezing them in a snowbank cache. With the cooperation of the camp cook, he also assembled and froze samples of every type of food served to the men. He then transported all these icy jars to the Maine Agricultural Experiment Station at the University of Maine at Orono for analysis. The research was par…  ( 28 min )
    Real de Catorce in Real de Catorce, Mexico
    When the minerals of a mining town have been fully extracted, there is a chance that it will become a ghost town. That is what happened to Real de Catorce in the Mexican state of San Luis Potosí when its silver ran dry in the early 20th century. But it was never completely abandoned.  The land around the town, particularly the desert below, is known as Wirikuta, the sacred land of the Huichol people. Real de Catorce has long been a pilgrimage site for them due to its proximity to Wirikuta. It's also a place of pilgrimage for Roman Catholics. The Parish of Immaculate Conception Cathedral draws visitors hoping to ask a favor from Saint Frances Assisi. Today, the town sees pilgrims of a different sort, namely tourists in search of the magic that keeps visitors coming to this out-of-the-way location. When silver mining ended over a century ago, the town's population dropped down to the hundreds. Today the town has around a thousand permanent residents. The sizable tourist flow keeps its small hotels busy.  Much of the town is abandoned. Be sure to visit the historic bullfighting ring and its amphitheater. A hike up to the hills will give you a panoramic view of the town and its surroundings. Throughout the town, the Huichol sell their intricate, colorful artwork.  ( 13 min )
    Sharks Have Long Caused Trouble for Filmmakers
    In May 1974, a 27-year-old director named Steven Spielberg set out to make a movie about a shark, based on a hit novel that had come out just months earlier, also about a shark. In August 2023, a new Broadway play is opening at the Golden Theater on West 45th Street in New York, The Shark Is Broken, about the trials, tribulations, and humor of the making of the movie—Jaws, obviously—that changed the film industry. The play dramatizes the bickering between three stars of the film—Richard Dreyfuss, Roy Scheider, and Robert Shaw, whose son Ian co-wrote and stars in the play—and the difficulties of having a giant, animatronic shark as a scene partner. Back in 1974, it wasn’t just the fake shark that presented challenges—the production was menaced by real live sharks before the real filming e…  ( 20 min )
    Asbestos Cottage in Upper Tākaka, New Zealand
    Asbestos Cottage was built in 1897 by prospectors coming to Kahurangi National Park to search for asbestos. What we now know to be a carcinogenic mineral, asbestos was widely used for over a century to provide a fireproof barrier and insulation to buildings. One miner in particular, Henry Chaffey, lived in this isolated hut for over 40 years with his wife Annie Fox. Visitors today will be struck by the isolation of the building, tucked between mountains and forests. One can only imagine how lonesome it would have been a hundred years ago. However, Annie was always glad to greet visitors in her impressive Edwardian-style clothing. Chaffey would make visits to Motueka and Takaka by foot for provisions and to sell what he was able to mine in order to support himself and his wife. This trek would have taken him days to complete.  ( 12 min )
    Mongolia’s 'Forbidden Zone' Is Guarding an 800-Year-Old Secret
    When you drive north toward Ordos City in China’s Inner Mongolia province, you can’t miss the Mausoleum of Genghis Khan. The massive complex, rebuilt in the 1950s in the traditional Mongol style, houses genuine relics and is an important sanctuary for the shamanic worship of the legendary Mongol leader. But the Khan’s tomb is properly called a cenotaph—a monument to someone buried elsewhere—because it is empty. An Unmarked Grave for the Universal Ruler While we can be certain his mortal remains are not there, we’re completely uncertain as to where they might be. And that’s odd. In life, he was the most powerful person on Earth. He was the Universal Ruler (“Genghis Khan”) of an empire that would eventually stretch from the Pacific Ocean into Eastern Europe, encompassing large swaths of …  ( 23 min )
    Father Seelos Center in New Orleans, Lousiana
    Just off the bustling Magazine Street in the Irish Channel, the National Shrine of Blessed Father Xavier Seelos welcomes visitors to learn of the mystical life of the “Cheerful Ascetic.” The Redemptorist order established the site to promote the canonization cause of Seelos. Born Francis Xavier Seelos in Bavaria, Germany in 1819, he eventually pursued a religious life and was ordained by the Redemptorist order in 1842. Seelos traveled to the United States, first residing in New York to minister to German-speaking immigrants. During his lifetime, Seelos witnessed the chaos of the American Civil War. Father Seelos urged President Lincoln to excuse seminarians from military service during the conflict. He transferred to New Orleans in 1866 where his life ended from yellow fever a year later at the age of 48. An in-depth account of his life is portrayed at the center, which includes a wide range of artifacts including his original lead coffin. His cilice and flagellum are on display in the Walk of Life section of the campus. Hours and days of operation vary and large groups are encouraged to make arrangements in advance.  ( 13 min )
    8 Amazing Tales of Our Eternal Fascination With the Moon
    August 2023 promises to be a big month for the Moon. On August 1 and August 30 (Eastern Time), the orb will be near its perigee—its closest point to Earth—and the full moon will loom large in the night sky, a phenomenon brilliantly branded as the "supermoon." The full moon on August 2 is the Sturgeon Moon, a name drawn from the belief that the best fishing occurs under its glow, and the one on August 30 is a Blue Moon, the relatively rare second appearance of a full moon in a single month. But even when the moon isn't at its (seemingly) biggest and brightest, humans have been entranced by it as a celestial body. From the Atlas Obscura archive, explore centuries of attempts to map, explore, own, and even spend eternity on Earth's only natural satellite. During the Space Race, Gas Stat…  ( 17 min )
  • Open

    Here's How AI Can Predict Hit Songs With Frightening Accuracy
    A new AI technology predicts hit songs — by listening to someone's body.
    Scientists Tickle Rats and Discover Brain's 'Play Spot'
    By inhibiting part of rats’ brain stem, scientists may have found the play center of the brain
    Is A Mega Ocean Current About to Shut Down?
    An alarming study predicts an imminent collapse of a mega ocean current, but some experts say the evidence is insufficient
    Helium in Distant Galaxies May Help Explain Why the Universe Exists
    New measurements from Japan’s Subaru telescope have helped researchers study the matter-antimatter asymmetry problem
    Distracted Driving Is More Dangerous Than People Realize, New Research Shows
    Multitasking can occupy attention longer than people anticipate
    What's the Faintest Star You Can See in the Sky?
    The “magnitude scale” for measuring stellar brightness also reveals the limits of naked-eye stargazing
    $1 Million Will Go to the Mathematician Who Busts the 'ABC Conjecture' Theory
    The founder of a Japanese media company has offered a large cash prize to anyone who can find a flaw in an unusual proof
    AI-Generated Data Can Poison Future AI Models
    As AI-generated content fills the Internet, it’s corrupting the training data for models to come. What happens when AI eats itself?
  • Open

    Grover’s algorithm with qsimulatR
    Cover photo by gorodenkoff on iStock Continue reading: Grover’s algorithm with qsimulatR  ( 25 min )
    Quantum programs
    Cover photo by NatalyaBurova ref. 1308269282 on iStock Continue reading: Quantum programs  ( 13 min )
    The intersect() function in R
    Introduction Continue reading: The intersect() function in R  ( 10 min )
  • Open

    I Broke the Code on How to Gain Traction as a Writer, Faster
    Here are the bizarre steps you might be missing Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 8 min )
    Nothing Is Too Obvious to Write About
    Share that trivial insight! Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 8 min )
    Should Authors Share Political Views? Lessons from The Ragged Edge of Night
    Olivia Hawker’s conviction versus convention Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 8 min )
  • Open

    Suicide rates
    No, reported suicide rates are not rising everywhere – they are falling in many countries, but rising in the US. And no, there is no big rise in teenage suicide rates in the US, the increase is concentrated in people over 19. This makes global social media an unlikely cause. pic.twitter.com/K1COBitWMj — Dina D. Pomeranz […] The post Suicide rates appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to rsm. I think you're horribly depressed and I am ... by Anti-Gnostic In reply to Yeppers. Drug use is self-medication for ... by Anti-Gnostic In reply to rsm. You may be onto something there. But instead ... by NepoPoleon In reply to Ne'er Do Well. Why didn't Epstein kill himself, ... by rsm In reply to Ernst. How about we stop censoring suicide posts ... by rsm Plus 10 more... Related Stories The Rise in American Pain David J. Deming now has a Substack Is the rising youth suicide rate overstated?  ( 4 min )
    Friday assorted links
    1. Haidt and Gray on play deprivation as a cause of mental illness. 2. Some kind of weird story I don’t understand about an AER retraction. 3. “The SAT’s Predictive Power for College Grades is Systematically Underestimated Because of Range Restriction.” 4. Noteworthy observations on China and AI. 5. Markets in AI girlfriends. 6. “A […] The post Friday assorted links appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to RAD. When I walked to high school I could take a ... by mkt42 In reply to MikeP. But why would the media and academia want ... by Reason In reply to RAD. Nah, Uncle Screwtape usually couched his ... by peri In reply to Student. We need much much more of scientists ... by MikeP In reply to TomWinTejas. With a zero tolerance policy, the ... by Viking Plus 10 more...  ( 4 min )
    Scrap AML/KYC Laws
    Bruce Fenton writing on twitter  X: It’s time to scrap AML / KYC entirely. The idea that politicians should know how citizens spend their money is a new and deeply flawed idea. An entire generation has been fooled into thinking this is a necessary part of finance and the world continues to double down on […] The post Scrap AML/KYC Laws appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments What in God's good name does AML stand for? Anybody? Bueller? ... by rsm I'd be interested in a good analysis that that ... by Worley Are they sure it's not costing us $30T a year? That $300B ... by Kaleberg Can't those $3 billion a year in illicit funds in the wrong ... by Phil G In reply to Not really clear. Given what you replied to, it ... by TMC Plus 10 more... Related Stories The Merger Guidelines Why aren’t Barbie tickets more expensive? The Economics of Export Bans  ( 6 min )
    Why aren’t Barbie tickets more expensive?
    That is the theme of my latest Bloomberg column, as for mamny showings there is excess demand and long waits to see the movies.  Here are some of the reasons why markets are not clearing: A more relevant factor behind the static pricing has to do with social networks. Both the movie theater and the […] The post Why aren’t Barbie tickets more expensive? appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments Years ago I remember reading about someone floating the idea in ... by Worley In reply to Crusader. My first job in the mid 90's was at a ... by Sean In reply to Hazel Meade. “One question I have though is, ... by Bernard Guerrero In reply to JFA. Potentially, there are multiple demand and ... by mkt42 In reply to Charlie. Do you also want children to get off ... by superdestroyer Plus 10 more... Related Stories Scrap AMC/KYC Laws The Merger Guidelines The Economics of Export Bans  ( 5 min )
    Emergent Ventures winners, 27th cohort
    Tanner Greer and The Center for Strategic Translation, to fund translation into English of important Chinese works, so that Westerners may understand China better. Nabeel Qureshi, New York City, to support his next project. Matthew Adelson, Ann Arbor, for the study of utilitarianism and to become a public intellectual, Kris Gulati, UC Merced, CA and […] The post Emergent Ventures winners, 27th cohort appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to Bentham's Bulldog. Cowen identified you as ... by rayward In reply to rayward. First of all, my name is Adelstein not ... by Bentham's Bulldog I realize these grants have only been active for a fairly short ... by steve In reply to Paul. Greer’s writing on Afghan cultural – ... by Etalon d’Silomar In reply to Tyler may not be a billionaire patron. This is ... by Rich Berger Plus 7 more... Related Stories My excellent Conversation with the excellent Noam Dworman The Economics of Export Bans David J. Deming now has a Substack  ( 5 min )
  • Open

    Is Minnesota hiring for the ‘Uniting for Ukraine’ program?
    Yes. The Minnesota Department of Human Services has posted a job for the position of "Call Center Navigator" for the Uniting for Ukraine program.  ( 6 min )
    MDH reports bacteria in unpasteurized milk linked to illnesses in 5 kids across Twin Cities
    Plus: Criminal charges dropped against Stillwater bar in death of 20-year-old; students can opt out of active shooting drills; former Moorhead professor reflects on time working on Manhattan Project; and more.  ( 7 min )
    Does solar energy account for 1.8% of Minnesota’s energy?
    No. Solar energy accounted for 3.4% of the state’s electricity production in 2022, according to the Solar Energy Industries Association.  ( 6 min )
    D.C. Memo: Dean Phillips eyeing White House run
    Plus: Another possible shutdown, lawmakers want feds to protect workers from record heat and Biden chooses Latino for federal bench in Minnesota.  ( 21 min )
    Minneapolis Park Patrol enforces antiquated parkway cyclist rule: ‘Get in single file!’
    If any Minneapolis streets should allow cyclists to “take the lane” and calm traffic, 20-mph recreational parkways running through the nation’s leading park system are the place.  ( 21 min )
    Are we ready for the next clown show?
    Did we not learn anything from Donald Trump's four years as president?  ( 14 min )
    Wisconsin district could owe services after cutting trans student’s in-school learning
    A Wisconsin district could owe hours of instruction to a transgender student after reducing their class schedule to three days a week to prevent further harassment, according to a recent federal civil rights resolution.  ( 13 min )
    Hear about the opportunities and challenges of Black entrepreneurship at MinnPost Festival
    Today, we're spotlighting one of our featured panels sessions, Black Entrepreneurship in Minnesota, sponsored by Clockwork.  ( 12 min )
    Sanford, Fairview call off merger
    Plus: St. Paul mayor vetoes tax levy ballot measure; thousands of sexual assault kits tested; P.J. Fleck calls allegations 'baseless'; and more.  ( 10 min )
  • Open

    Your Book Review: On the Marble Cliffs
    Finalist #11 in the Book Review Contest
    Bad Definitions Of "Democracy" And "Accountability" Shade Into Totalitarianism
    ...
  • Open

    Where did the PIEs come from; when was that?
    The language family began to diverge from around 8,100 years ago, out of a homeland immediately south of the Caucasus. One migration reached the Pontic-Caspian and Forest Steppe around 7,000 years ago, and from there subsequent migrations spread into parts of Europe around 5,000 years ago. Credit: P. Heggarty et al., Science (2023) "New Insights into the […]  ( 11 min )
    ROT-LLM?
    There's a puzzling new proposal for watermarking AI-generated text — Alistair Croll, "To Watermark AI, It Needs Its Own Alphabet", Wired 7/27/2023: We need a way to distinguish things made by humans from things made by algorithms, and we need it very soon. […] Fortunately, we have a solution waiting in plain sight. […] If […]  ( 11 min )
    Is there no / any longer a reason / need to learn a foreign language?, part 2
    People, including serious linguists, are beginning to wonder: John McWhorter, "Are translation apps making the learning of foreign languages obsolete?", NYT 7/25/2023 I remember a time, not too long ago, when John was making a serious effort to learn Mandarin, because he often asked me cogent questions about the language and wanted to know the […]  ( 11 min )
  • Open

    It’s Only a Model
    Last week, I said that the current best estimate for the age of the universe, 13.8 billion years old, is based on a mathematical model. In order to get that number, astronomers had to assume the universe evolved in a particular way, according to a model where the universe is composed of ordinary matter, dark […]  ( 12 min )
    Condensed matter on the public stage, and not in a good way
    This week, condensed matter physics has been getting far more broad public attention than usual, and while in the abstract I like our discipline getting noticed, this is definitely not how I’d have preferred it to happen. First, more fun re .  Fresh off renewed controversy about claims of room temperature superconductivity in Lu-N-H at high pressures (claims of reproduction of the effect seem to me), it’s come out that , already under an “expression of concern”, is being retracted.  This has been widely reported - see  (hurray for student journalism) and and  for example.  It is abundantly clear that data fabrication/copying has taken place here.  Between this, the other retraction, and the clear evidence of thesis content plagiarism, it’s hard to see any signs of credibility remaining.…  ( 12 min )
  • Open

    The 20 Best Thriller Movies Of The 1980s
    The 1980s were a transformative decade for Hollywood that shifted away from the gritty, auteur-driven style of the New Hollywood Wave and witnessed the alarming emergence of mega blockbusters, feel-good teen comedies, and multi-billion-dollar franchises that completely took over the box office. However, the thriller genre stayed relevant throughout the Eighties, producing a chock-full of […]  ( 10 min )
  • Open

    Scallop Crudo
    Pristine raw scallops, done up Italian-style with little more than olive oil, salt, and a few drops of lemon juice is as easy as can be—as long as you invest in the very best scallops.  ( 13 min )
  • Open

    just horsing around here
    Wren’s Stables ‘Gaming and geekery’ plus this extensive collection of model horses - what fun!  ( 1 min )
    “🎨 MS Paint in your terminal”
    Textual Paint (requires Python) [angusf]  ( 1 min )
  • Open

    Causal inference and the aggregation of micro effects into macro effects: The effects of wages on employment
    James Traina writes: I’m an economist at the SF Fed. I’m writing to ask for your first thoughts or suggested references on a particular problem that’s pervasive in my field: Aggregation of micro effects into macro effects. This is an … Continue reading →  ( 21 min )
  • Open

    On Climate Change and (Active) Climate Management
    Nothing on this page is factually controversial. However, many things in this post make for uncomfortable reading. And, climate discourse is now so politicized that many factual statements are taken as dog whistles. For example, in what follows I will state that climate has always been changing, and has in fact never been stable for very long. This is 100% true, but people interpret this as if the writer means that our current climate change is not caused by human beings, or is nothing to worry about.  ( 20 min )
  • Open

    Book Review: In Bluefin Tuna, Fisheries Science Is Never Neat
    In “Kings of Their Own Ocean,” Karen Pinchin explores how politicized science misunderstood the world’s most valuable fish. Her account isn’t just an ode to bluefin — it’s about humankind’s obsession with them, and the scientists, activists, fishermen, and bureaucrats whose efforts determine their fate.  ( 13 min )
  • Open

    Daytime Firefly
    No content preview  ( 1 min )

  • Open

    SatRdays London 2023 – Recordings
    The recordings from this year’s SatRdays London conference are here! Over the next couple of weeks, we will be releasing the recordings of some of the excellent talks from the conference! Continue reading: SatRdays London 2023 – Recordings  ( 8 min )
    Quantum computing with qsimulatR
    Cover photo by berya113 ref. 1126414116 on iStock Continue reading: Quantum computing with qsimulatR  ( 31 min )
    A Memorable Experience: Attending the NYC-R Conference and Key Takeaways
    This is a guest post by Joseph Korszun, Senior Manager of Data Solutions at ProCogia. ProCogia is a member of the R Consortium. Joe is a data scientist with a... Continue reading: A Memorable Experience: Attending the NYC-R Conference and Key Takeaways  ( 16 min )
    Text Analysis in R – Exploring Barbie and Oppenheimer Reviews – Part 1
    We follow the steps from Welcome to Text Mining with R to import text and reshape it into a format where can can apply what we know from the Tidyverse to analyze word and document frequency. Continue reading: Text Analysis in R – Exploring Barbie and Oppenheimer Reviews – Part 1  ( 7 min )
    Unleashing the Power of Cumulative Mean in R: A Step-by-Step Guide
    Introduction Continue reading: Unleashing the Power of Cumulative Mean in R: A Step-by-Step Guide  ( 11 min )
    Canadian Hansard Live Database
    Motivation Description Continue reading: Canadian Hansard Live Database  ( 9 min )
    Adding social media icons to charts with {ggplot2}
    When I’ve created data visualisations with {ggplot2} recently, I’ve been adding icons with my social media details in the caption. It’s a great, concise way to put your name on your work, and make it easy for people to find your profi... Continue reading: Adding social media icons to charts with {ggplot2}  ( 13 min )
  • Open

    probabilistic numerics [book review]
    Probabilistic numerics: Computation as machine learning is a 2022 book by Philipp Henning, Michael Osborne, and Hans Kersting that was sent to me by CUP (upon my request and almost free of charge, as I had to pay custom charges, thanks to Brexit!). With the important message of bringing statistical tools to numerics. I remember […]  ( 9 min )
  • Open

    probabilistic numerics [book review]
    Probabilistic numerics: Computation as machine learning is a 2022 book by Philipp Henning, Michael Osborne, and Hans Kersting that was sent to me by CUP (upon my request and almost free of charge, as I had to pay custom charges, thanks to Brexit!). With the important message of bringing statistical tools to numerics. I remember […]  ( 9 min )
  • Open

    truly zero-metallicity stars
    All week I have been discussing with Hans-Walter Rix (MPIA) the possibility that we could find the elusive, truly zero metallicity stars in the Milky Way halo. This from an email I wrote today, reacting to the observational point that no-one has ever seen such a star: How could there be absolutely ZERO zero-metallicity stars in the Milky Way? Here's everything I got: Maybe there are literally no low-mass stars ever made at zero metallicity. Absolutely none, at high precision. This is possible, given how little we know about star formation and the IMF. Maybe stellar evolution is so weird at zero metallicity that low-mass stars go dark by 13 Gyr. I very much doubt that this is a possibility. But maybe low-mass stars at primordial abundances never burn and just slowly collapse into white-dwarf-like condensed objects on a very long cooling timescale. They would be super cold by now, like 100 K maybe?? Maybe low-mass stars form slower than high-mass stars in star-forming regions at zero metallicity. This permits a few of the high-mass stars to quickly evolve and explode, polluting the outsides of the just-forming low-mass stars. These low-mass stars would then have low but non-zero surface metallicities, and be very alpha-enhanced. This is possible, although would it really leave NO zero-metallicity low-mass stars behind? Maybe low-mass stars somehow self-pollute at formation (or later in their lives). Maybe the nuclear fusion kicks in slightly before gravitational steady-state or radiative zones are set up, and the first bit of nuclear burning gets mixed in to the stellar envelopes? These stars would appear to have non-zero (but weird, carbon-enhanced maybe?) abundances. Or maybe this happens later in life because of some weird internal mixing. I have literally no idea whether any of this is possible.  ( 14 min )
  • Open

    half a loaf (postscript)
    In my last post, I asked " why Democratic elites haven't made more effort to appeal to moderate voters on the issue [of abortion]"? I should have said something like "why Democratic elites haven't made more effort to appeal to moderate voters by adopting more moderate positions"?  As I suggested in a post a few years ago, another way to appeal to moderate voters is by focusing on the negative--fears of what the extremists on the other side might do.  That's what the Democrats have done, and it's worked pretty well because many prominent Republicans have taken extreme positions.  Also, there is an asymmetry on the abortion issue--it's easier to find shocking examples of women who were denied abortions that most people will agree should have been allowed (e. g., the case that came up shortly after the Dobbs decision, a 10-year-old rape victim who had to travel out of Ohio to get an abortion) than shocking examples of women who had abortions that most people agree shouldn't have been allowed.  So if it comes down to a contest of extreme positions, the side favoring legal abortion is likely to win.  ( 8 min )
  • Open

    New research on social media during the 2020 election, and my predictions
    Back in 2020, leading academics and researchers at the company now known as Meta put together a large project to study social media and the 2020 US elections — particularly the roles of Instagram and Facebook. As Sinan Aral and … Continue reading →  ( 13 min )
    He’s looking for student-participation activities for a survey sampling class
    Art Owen writes: It is my turn to teach our sampling course again. Last time I did that, the highlight was that students could design and conduct their own online survey using Google consumer surveys. Today I learned that Google … Continue reading →  ( 13 min )
  • Open

    Q&A: Writer-Director Ol Parker Breaks Down Three of His Films That I Love
    The filmmaker and I get personal about THE BEST EXOTIC MARIGOLD HOTEL, MAMMA MIA! HERE WE GO AGAIN, and TICKET TO PARADISE Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 9 min )
    Why You Shouldn’t Write What You Know
    6 reasons to ignore the common advice: write what you know Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 8 min )
  • Open

    The Rise in American Pain
    A significant literature has documented trend increases in pain among Americans over the last two or three decades. There is no single explanation seeming to work well for the increase. We show that, rather than resulting from a smooth upward trend, the increase was almost entirely concentrated in the 2007-2010 period, the time of the […] The post The Rise in American Pain appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments Doesn't that (nearly) coincide with the promotion of OxyContin ... by Pyrmonter In reply to TWBC. What planet are you on where you think ... by Anti-Gnostic Capitalism is painful, amirite? by rsm In reply to No Longer In Pain Programmer. Campbell introduced ... by steve In reply to EdR. Who says morbid obesity is healthy. Have ... by steve Plus 10 more... Related Stories David J. Deming now has a Substack Is the rising youth suicide rate overstated? The Causal Effects of Admission to Highly Selective Private Colleges  ( 5 min )
    Thursday assorted links
    1. Hawaii is going to build more homes. 2. When did people stop being drunk all the time? 3. “Tom Sowell himself designs the cover jacket of just about every one of his books (and often uses just 3 colors: black, white, and red)”  Link here.  With a photo. 4. Over the last year, Japan’s […] The post Thursday assorted links appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments if you need to see the dean o' diversity psychobabble in ... by sisterogersintersectionalneighborhoodfilmreviews In reply to Bill. Fake Bill at 17:35:17 Fake Bill should ... by Bill In reply to Bill. Fake Bill at 17:26:22 by Bill 2 #believewomen a nekked woman walking in the middle of a bay ... by snowboobs ever thing is free now we figured it out when the wap in ... by Dr. jose bitin biden junios-alsatian, ph.d Plus 10 more...  ( 4 min )
    The Merger Guidelines
    Gus Hurwitz (a former student) and Geoffrey Manne have an excellent piece in the WSJ discussing the FTCs new merger guidelines. First, what are these guidelines? Since 1968, Justice and the FTC have issued guidelines to help companies understand when a proposed merger might raise antitrust concerns. The guidelines are a nonbinding public statement that […] The post The Merger Guidelines appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to TMC. Except the law is hopelessly vague. You can ... by Zach In reply to cthulhu. The date doesn't matter. Marbury v. ... by Zach In reply to Heedless. Who ever heard of Airbus anyways? by Definitely sticked the landing The FTC hasn't accomplished much of anything since the early ... by Ricky Revised my prior to be much more favorable to Khan and FTC ... by Steve Plus 10 more... Related Stories The Economics of Export Bans German deindustrialization crisis of the day The EJMR doxxing issue  ( 5 min )
    My Conversation with the excellent Noam Dworman
    I am very pleased to have recorded a CWT with Noam Dworman, mostly about comedy but also music and NYC as well.  Noam owns and runs The Comedy Cellar, NYC’s leading comedy club, and he knows most of the major comedians.  Here is the audio, video, and transcript.  Here is the episode summary: Tyler sat […] The post My Conversation with the excellent Noam Dworman appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to Ricardo. So true. After all there aren't enough ... by So Much For Subtlety In reply to rayward. I thought we were still pretending Biden ... by So Much For Subtlety In reply to Anti-Gnostic. Dead & Co, the 2nd version of The ... by Engineer In reply to Ricardo. Pryor got it from Cosby. by Casey In reply to Moral Panic. A lot of comics have always ... by Casey Plus 10 more... Related Stories My excellent Conversation with David Bentley Hart Sinead O’Connor, RIP The Economics of Export Bans  ( 6 min )
    Sinead O’Connor, RIP
    Sinead O’Connor was a great singer–never more evident than in her collection of standards, Am I Not Your Girl? The entire album is wonderful. So sad to hear of her passing. Here on the painful decline of a marriage, Success Has Made a Failure of Our Home. Kills me every time I hear it. From […] The post Sinead O’Connor, RIP appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to Karl Pooper. “… one of her (many) marriages ... by EdR In reply to Morris Applebaum IV. The least details emerge ... by Ricardo In reply to Ted Craig. “She made bizarre display in an ... by EdR In reply to Not even the half of it. “Her knowledge of the ... by EdR In reply to OK, bear with me here. Kinda like how Catholics ... by Keith Plus 10 more... Related Stories My excellent Conversation with David Bentley Hart How to assign property rights in actor AI likenesses Victory City  ( 5 min )
  • Open

    Indigenous Eats in Spokane, Washington
    At Indigenous Eats, owner Jenny Slagle and her husband, Andrew, serve Native American dishes prepared using family recipes. Offerings range from Indian tacos to desserts drenched in huckleberry sauce, and ingredients are sourced exclusively from locally owned Native American businesses. Fry bread, which appears here in both sweet and savory forms, is made according to a recipe from the owner’s mother.  Slagle, a member of the Yakama Nation and descendant of the Northern Arapaho Tribe, always dreamed of running a restaurant for Native American comfort food. For years, she ran an Indian taco stand with her four children and mother at Spokane’s annual Falls Pow Wow. Finally, an inspiring visit to Denver’s Tocabe: An American Indian Eatery, reassured her there was an appetite for such dishes. In 2022, Indigenous Eats was born. Around the restaurant’s deli-style order counter, walls are adorned with local Indigenous art and traditional melodies resound from the speakers. Exhibits and posters paint a picture of the vibrant Spokane’s Indigenous ancestry, where over 300 tribes in the county have created lively community spaces. Slagle and her family recipes have proven that even a fast food restaurant can be a powerful medium for preserving heritage and celebrating Native American culture.  ( 13 min )
    A Touch of European Cafe in Glendale, Arizona
    For the last 20 years, this family-owned haven for hearty Polish fare has been gracing downtown Glendale with hunter's stew, pierogis, kielbasa, goulash, cabbage rolls, and so much more. (“A Touch of European” might be more aptly named “A Bear Hug from Poland”). Portions are generous, but save room for dessert, which includes house-baked cookies such as angel wings and kolaczki. Chef-owner Waldemar Okula is fiercely proud of his homeland—a fact readily apparent to anyone who's gone on one of his annual culinary tours of Poland. Twice a year, he hosts a cooking class where participants either learn how to make Easter classics like white borscht or a Polish-style Christmas feast. It's BYOB, it's cash only, and it's unlike anything else you'll find in the greater metro Phoenix area. You'll hear the owners speaking Polish amongst themselves and to other diners who've immigrated from the region. If the specials include a dill pickle soup, order a cup. Do not doubt its power.  ( 13 min )
    Mary Coyle in Phoenix, Arizona
    When Mary Coyle moved to Phoenix from Ohio in 1951, she brought a knack for making ice cream with her from the midwest. Her namesake parlor, Mary Coyle Ol' Fashion Ice Cream, continues to survive and thrive in a smaller, nearby location, 72 years later. At 16% butterfat, the ice cream itself is ultra-rich and is still made on-site to this day using the original recipes that first made Mary a success. Not only are the options premium, but they're also expansive. The variety of flavors—an unexpected feature for a classic ice cream parlor—is a thrill in and of itself. Choose from a wide range of popular and nostalgic flavors, from black raspberry to black licorice, spumoni to burgundy cherry. Carefully sourced ingredients, such as the nuts in the butter pecan and maple walnut flavors sourced from Mount Hope, in Sedona, make each scoop shine. The new location's checkerboard floors, neon soda fountain sign, and pink-striped walls (which harken back to the original location) let you know you're in for a deliciously sweet time travel session.  ( 13 min )
    How Spaghetti Squash Squiggled Its Way Onto American Tables
    The year was 1974, and Takeo Sakata was holding a dinner party. “Conversation centered around the spaghetti squash,” a guest later recalled, “and the struggle Mr. Sakata had had in introducing it to the West.” That night, Sakata was looking back on a distinguished six decades at the head of Japan’s top seed company. He had founded Sakata Seed Corporation in 1913, growing it from a small purveyor of lily bulbs into a major multinational developer of flower, fruit, and vegetable varieties. Today, the spaghetti squash can be counted among Sakata’s many successes; but it was far from an overnight one. Since the 1930s, Sakata had been the exclusive marketer of spaghetti squash in the United States. According to Dr. Harry Paris of Israel’s Volcani Institute Agricultural Research Organization…  ( 24 min )
    Bust of Edmond Rostand in Bagnères-de-Luchon, France
    The commune and spa town of Bagnères-de-Luchon is situated in the picturesque valleys and hills of southwestern France. Nestled close to the Spanish border, the town sits among the foothills of the French Pyrenees and is renowned for its thermal springs. For centuries, especially in the Victorian period, attracted people in poor health looking to convalesce in a scenic setting. One can easily imagine bourgeois visitors coming to Luchon to bask in therapeutic waters, perhaps as they cough discretely into a bloodstained lace handkerchief. Today, Luchon's tourists enjoy the benefits of the waters sans illnesses. Modern upgrades to the Thermes buildings demonstrate that Luchon's restorative springs remain as popular as ever with visitors. The local architecture is a curious mix of Belle Epoque grandeur and Tyrolean ski resort, unsurprising, given that the town also caters to skiers and snowboarders who venture into the snow-capped mountains every winter. The town remains a beautiful spot to enjoy a coffee at a boulevard cafe while admiring the majestic mountain range that dominates the town's skyline. These breathtaking peaks also captivated the writer, poet, and playwright Edmond Rostand who spent many summers enjoying the unique pleasures of Luchon while residing at Villa Julia, a holiday home built by the Rostand family. Here, Edmond composed love letters and wrote his most famous literary work, Cyrano De Bergerac.    A commemorative bust was erected in 1922, four years after Rostand's death at the age of 50. The statue features his curly mustache and an unmistakable creative air as the statue looks wistfully into the middle distance seeking inspiration. Appropriately the bust sits where his effigy can view the mountains, the river Pique, and Villa Julia.   It's a discrete but fitting tribute to a man known as France's National Poet who gave the world one of its most famous literary characters and who found vast reserves of inspiration in the splendor of the Pyrenees and the charming spa town of Luchon.  ( 13 min )
    Podcast: Knight’s Spider Web Farm
    Listen and subscribe on Stitcher, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all major podcast apps. In this episode of The Atlas Obscura Podcast, we visit a family farm in Vermont that relies on itsy bitsy, eight-legged helpers to produce one-of-a-kind art pieces. Our podcast is an audio guide to the world’s wondrous, awe-inspiring, strange places. In under 15 minutes, we’ll take you to an incredible site, and along the way you’ll meet some fascinating people and hear their stories. Join us daily, Monday through Thursday, to explore a new wonder with cofounder Dylan Thuras and a neighborhood of Atlas Obscura reporters.  ( 14 min )
  • Open

    Women Experience Greater Burdens from Extreme Heat
    Women in the U.S., India and Nigeria are losing money, economic opportunities and their health as temperatures rise
    Viral New Superconductivity Claims Leave Many Scientists Skeptical
    Researchers say they have discovered a new room-temperature ambient-pressure superconductor, but many scientists are unconvinced
    46,000-Year-Old Worm Possibly Revived from Siberian Permafrost
    An international team of scientists says nematodes found in Siberian permafrost are 46,000 years old and survived using techniques similar to those of a modern lab favorite
    This Lost Woman of the Manhattan Project Saw the Deadly Effects of Nuclear Radiation Up Close
    Floy Agnes Lee came to Los Alamos in 1945 knowing nothing of the top secret work on the atomic bomb happening all around her—but she studied the blood of the researchers who did.
    Here Are the Stunning Heat Records Set So Far This Summer
    From Phoenix, Ariz., to China to Spain, heat records are being set all over the world
    July 2023 Is Hottest Month Ever Recorded on Earth
    Preliminary analyses show that this July is virtually certain to be the hottest month on record for the planet by a wide margin, largely because of global warming
    Oppenheimer Offers Us a Fresh Warning of AI's Danger
    The U.S. ignored Oppenheimer’s warnings about nuclear weapons and rushed to build and deploy a dangerous technology. We must not make the same mistake with AI
    Ozempic and Other Weight-Loss Drugs Bear Heavy Costs and Questions for Seniors
    Limited data on adults age 60 and older raise questions on whether high-priced weight-loss drugs will really help with lowering rates of chronic illness and disability
    The Most Surprising Discoveries in Physics
    Experts weigh in on the most shocking, paradigm-shifting and delightful findings in the history of physics
    This Is How the First-Ever U.S. Asteroid Sample Return Will Unfold
    Scientists are gearing up for a high-stakes finale to OSIRIS-REx, the first U.S. mission to snare a sample from an asteroid
  • Open

    Beltrami County Historical society to return sacred items back to Indigenous communities
    Plus: Osterholm on long COVID; serving up Minnesota sushi; Minnesota representation at first Asian New York Fashion Week; and more.  ( 7 min )
    Big night for MinnPost at SPJ awards: Ava Kian wins young journalist of the year; Peter Callaghan honored for First Amendment fight
    Reporter Walker Orenstein and freelance contributor Pat Borzi were also honored for reporting in politics and government and sports, respectively.  ( 9 min )
    Klobuchar pressing for national voting standards aimed at increasing ballot access
    Her Freedom to Vote Act includes mandating at least two weeks of in-person early voting, establishing a national standard for mail-in voting and establishing new, uniform rules for congressional redistricting aimed at ending partisan gerrymandering.  ( 16 min )
    The intangible benefits of watching the Women’s World Cup
    Supporting the Women’s World Club is an investment in gender equality and progress.  ( 14 min )
    Minneapolis sees uptick in thefts from garages
    Though Minneapolis crime data suggests burglaries and other property crimes are down compared to this time last year, the city has seen a recent increase in thefts from garages.  ( 11 min )
    Free tickets now available for virtual MinnPost Social: Race & Health Equity
    MinnPost reporter Ava Kian talks about her race & health equity beat and its impact with managing editor Harry Colbert Jr.  ( 5 min )
    Weekend Picks: Outdoor concerts, a block party, and Romeo and Juliet with a twist
    Plus: Palmfest brings music to the West Bank; Kashmina releases new album; new performance art installation explores the synchronized flight of birds; and more.  ( 12 min )
    Federal authorities arrest suspects in Twin Cities roofing scam
    Plus: Former Gophers detail alleged toxic conditions under Fleck; Iron workers strike in Mankato; shooting injures two children in Minneapolis; and more.  ( 6 min )
  • Open

    Science rescinds expression of concern issued last month
    Science has rescinded an expression of concern it issued one month ago after the authors provided data that “addressed concerns about the integrity of the paper.”  The journal had published the expression of concern for the 2021 article “Light-induced mobile factors from shoots regulate rhizobium-triggered soybean root nodulation” after two separate readers contacted the editorial … Continue reading Science rescinds expression of concern issued last month  ( 7 min )
    Exclusive: Public health journal says it will retract vaping paper for questions authors say were addressed in peer review
    The journal BMC Public Health plans to retract an article that found smoking rates fell faster than expected in the US as use of e-cigarettes increased, Retraction Watch has learned. The authors contend that they addressed the issues cited in the retraction notice during the peer review process and say they addressed them even more … Continue reading Exclusive: Public health journal says it will retract vaping paper for questions authors say were addressed in peer review  ( 9 min )
  • Open

    Shchavleviy Borsch (Ukrainian Green Borsch)
    Made with a rich pork broth, tart sorrel, spring onions, and green garlic, this green borsch celebrates the abundance of spring and early summer.  ( 18 min )
    The Best Staub Kitchen Equipment, According to Our Exhaustive Testing
    We compiled a list of all of the best Staub gear from our thoroughly tested reviews, including Dutch ovens, enameled cast iron skillets, and ceramic baking dishes.  ( 18 min )
    The Fellow Stagg EKG Gooseneck Kettle Is the Key to a Perfect Pourover
    With temperatures adjustable to a single degree, this gooseneck kettle is great for pourover coffee and looseleaf tea.  ( 12 min )
  • Open

    Private Markets Are Slower Than Public Ones
    Also mutual fund diversification and Sorrento and Scilex.  ( 2 min )
  • Open

    Mandarin pronouns
    Gov. @RonDeSantis: "If we don't get our act together, 25 years from now, school children in this country are going to be forced to learn 37 different pronouns in Mandarin and we cannot let that happen." pic.twitter.com/Wk8dKWlK5h — Never Back Down (@NvrBackDown24) July 17, 2023 It's just not going to happen. Mandarin pronouns are famously […]  ( 10 min )
    Knowledge and skills contributed by enslaved Africans
    The recent controversy about Florida's new State Academic Standards for Social Studies leaves something out, in my opinion. The point of contention is the assertion (p.6) that "Instruction includes how slaves developed skills which, in some instances, could be applied for their personal benefit". Critics have taken this as an inappropriate pitch for the benefits […]  ( 11 min )
    Mark Twain's new novel?
    Today's Non Sequitur: So of course I gave GPT-4 this prompt: "Based on Mark Twain's writings, sketch the plot for a new novel by him." I suspect that I'm not the first person to ask this question, because GPT-4's answer began streaming out instantly: Title: "Driftwood: An American Journey" Part I: The Innocent Boyhood Our […]  ( 9 min )
    Buddhist ideas on Sanskrit-Chinese translation
    [This is a guest post by Max Deeg.  Although the following text has profound implications for anyone who is seriously interested in the actualities of translation between two very different kinds of languages from antiquity, it is fundamentally a task for specialists to render this type of Middle Buddhist Hybrid Sinitic into English.  This is […]  ( 19 min )
  • Open

    Science Has a Reproducibility Problem. Can Sample Sharing Help?
    The rise of data sharing, open-access publishing, and other open science practices have brought needed transparency to scientific research. But fixing academia’s reproducibility crisis may require an even bolder step — sharing physical samples — argue a materials scientist and a science educator.  ( 12 min )

  • Open

    what is the caption?!
    Visit the post for more.  ( 6 min )
  • Open

    Kuchentratsch in Munich, Germany
    Grandma’s cake and chit-chat—that’s the concept behind the lovable Munich café and bakery Kuchentratsch (in German, ‘cake gossip’). Located in the heart of the Bavarian capital, this sweet haven has perfected the typical German tradition of Kaffee und Kuchen-Zeit (afternoon coffee and cake time) and put it toward a good cause. The establishment doubles as a social initiative startup where all fresh-baked confections are made by local elderly folks. Founded in 2014, Kuchentratsch serves some of the city’s best traditional German cakes. Depending on the season, and who’s aproned-up that day, a delectable selection may include anything from rhubarb torte to crumb cake (Streuselkuchen) to marble cake (Marmorkuchen). Cakes are displayed in a glass vitrine next to the name of the Oma or Opa (grandma or grandpa) who made them. Cakes are delivered Germany-wide but for sit-in guests, the bakery provides cozy tables in an inviting interior. Think: large glass windows are adorned with plush armchairs against a strawberry-pink ceiling. Throughout the day, elderly folks bake in an open kitchen and socialize around tables, gabbing while waiting on their oven timers. Pensioners work part-time at Kuchentratsch, and many spend their retirement time getting together here, even when they’re not on duty for the dough. The wafting aromas of warm treats and happy banter contribute to the ambience that owners Katharina Mayer and Katrin Blaschke always wanted: an interactive “experience bakery” spanning tastes and generations. Along with frequent baking workshops, Kuchentratsch aims to support the elderly with a fun hobby that provides purpose, prevents loneliness and supplements pensions with extra pocket money. So, whether you go for the poppy seed crumble or a chocolate cake made especially for the vegan crowd, rest assured that, as the German saying also goes in English, “the way to one’s heart is always through the stomach.”  ( 13 min )
    Emmanuel Fresh Fish Soup in Taipei, Taiwan
    Taiwan, an island, cherishes seafood as a culinary staple. For generations, seafood soups and congee used to dominate the breakfast tables and early morning street food stall menus, until they were slowly phased out for more popular wheat-based dishes like scallion pancakes and egg crepes. Emmanuel is one of the few exceptions and has been whipping up comforting bowls of hot tilapia soup for hungry customers in the morning since 1977.  For decades, the place was an old road side stall servicing blue-collar workers. But in 2021, the third-generation owner convinced his parents to take over and give the brand a 21st-century face-lift. They’ve since relocated to a cozy brick-and-mortar space with indoor seating and air conditioning.  Despite the refresh, the menu and the prices have stayed exactly the same: whole slabs of fish sourced fresh from the market daily are served in soup, usually paired with a hearty serving of stir-fried rice vermicelli with a heaping of braised ground pork, crunchy bean sprouts, and housemade chili sauce. Every fish is carefully skinned and gutted and served whole—with the head, eyes, and fins still intact.  While the menu is small, there is something for everyone on it. If fish isn’t your thing, they do a classic egg drop soup or one topped with hearty slices of pork.The best part? The prices for each dish has stayed well under 100 NTD ($3 USD).  ( 13 min )
    Real Guts Café in Taipei, Taiwan
    Real Guts Cafe is a mecca for Taiwanese cinephiles. Stocked with movie paraphernalia and books, it is the brainchild of Taiwanese director Wei Te-sheng, whose Cape No. 7 was Taiwan's second highest-grossing movie of all time and achieved the longest theatrical release in the island’s cinematic history.  The food is typical cafe fare: coffees, teas, sandwiches, waffles. For something more substantial, they do a decent barbecued pork, sliced into thin pieces, paired with a sunny side-up egg and served over rice. There are grilled rice balls and bright salads. Even local craft beer if one is so inclined.  However, the food is secondary because the main draw at Real Guts is the decor. There are old film cameras, director clapboards from Wei’s movie sets, and two real Golden Horse awards (considered the Oscars of Chinese-language cinema) on display. There’s also an entire bookshelf brimming with storyboards and set design drafts, plus a merchandise section selling miscellanea like T-shirts of endemic Taiwanese animals.  While it’s all a bit chaotic, Real Guts draws a consistent crowd of work-from-home folks and students, who like the floor-to-ceiling windows and lush foliage that hangs from the nooks and crannies of the space. Stocked with a reasonable amount of outlets and Wi-Fi, it is a relaxing place to pull up a laptop and get some work done.  ( 13 min )
    The Secrets of the Longest-Living Mammals
    The common shrew only lives about a year. Black rhinos, on the other hand, can make it to a 50th birthday. They’re very different creatures, for sure, but even species that are rather alike—take a lab rat and a wild, hairless counterpart, the naked mole rat—can have drastically different lifespans, too. Think three years versus 30. We humans can live twice or three times as long as our closest relatives, chimpanzees. It’s natural to ask which mammal lives the longest. Spoiler alert: It’s the bowhead whale. (There are a few other, non-mammalian creatures that have them beat: a deep-dwelling shark, a clam, a jellyfish that just doesn’t die at all.) But what constitutes a long life can vary widely based on size and lifestyle, metabolism and environment, so maybe the better question is why s…  ( 23 min )
    Kabourek in Prague, Czechia
    Every day, scores of tourists cross Charles Bridge and flock towards the John Lennon Wall in the Malá Strana district, making their way across the island of Kampa. If you take that route, chances are you'll be passing over the Čertovka, or the Devil's Stream, a quaint little canal that gives the area its nickname: Little Venice. As you cross a small bridge over the stream, there'll be a post-medieval water mill called the Grand Priory Mill on the other side, just about 50 yards away from the John Lennon Wall. At first glance, it's simply a cute, quaint sight, but then you'll catch sight of a strange figure sitting on the wooden platform beside it. Squint and zoom in, and you will see that it's not really a human figure, but a googly-eyed, green-skinned goblin smoking a pipe. His origin…  ( 13 min )
    Kendal’s Smallest Windows in Kendal, England
    Just south of England's Lake District in Cumbria, a medieval building, known as the Castle Dairy in Kendal, has two minuscule windows that provide just enough light for the 700-year-old rooms. The Castle Dairy may be the oldest continuously inhabited building in the historic market town, and it's believed someone has lived there since the early 14th century. Originally built as a farmhouse, the building's subsequent uses are unknown, though it was possibly used as a private residence. The name "dairy" may have been a corruption of "dowry" and it has been inferred that the property was once a widow's home. While some of the original windows were once bricked up, over the years many of them have been reopened. On the upper floor, there is a small chapel with one of the small windows while the other miniature window looks out from the other side of the house. One local story claims that the floor contains remnants from a Roman road, which once ran along the banks of the river Kent.  ( 12 min )
    Choregic Monument of Thrasyllos (Panagia Speliotissa) in Athens, Greece
    In ancient Greece, yearly theater competitions sponsored by chorēgia, wealthy patrons of the dramatic arts, were held in the Theater of Dionysus. The chorēgia, literally "the leader of the chorus," who sponsored the winning performance received a large winning trophy. In 320 BC, Thrasyllos earned the first-place prize for “Tribe of Hippothontis” and commissioned a monument for his large bronze tripod trophy. He was given the unusual privilege of locating this monument halfway up the south slope of the Acropolis in Athens. The monument was built with a variety of marbles from local quarries to form a small temple the filled the opening of a natural, large cave. The façade was built as a close replica of the west facade of the south wing of the Propylaea on the Acropolis, with two monument…  ( 14 min )
    Stargazing With Kids Is Fun, Free, and Full of Possibility
    Atlas Obscura’s Wondersky columnist Rebecca Boyle is an award-winning science journalist and author of the upcoming Our Moon: How Earth’s Celestial Companion Transformed the Planet, Guided Evolution, and Made Us Who We Are (January 2024, Random House). Throughout the summer, she’ll be sharing the stories and secrets of our wondrous night sky. When you were a kid, chances are you spent at least one starry night outside, looking up in awe and curiosity—and maybe confusion—about everything up there. If you have children in your life, this experience is one of the most fun things you can offer during summertime (besides, I suppose, a trip to the pool or some ice cream). Kids love being outside past sunset and up way past their bedtimes. Ask me how I know. But when they have a reason to d…  ( 20 min )
    Church of St. Peter & St. Paul in Pickering, England
    Northeast of Leeds, England is the small town of Pickering in the Ryedale district of North Yorkshire. The small town's parish church, the Church of St. Peter & St. Paul, features remarkable original medieval wall paintings and welcomes both human and canine visitors. The first church on the site was built by the Anglo-Saxons. But the church was later rebuilt around 1140 following a Norman design. Later additions were then added in the 13th and 14th centuries. The church's famous medieval wall paintings were most likely commissioned and painted in the mid-14th century based on the costumes of some of the figures and what is known about that time period. The paintings feature images of people, some with armor, alongside horses and dragons, and they depict Christ's passion, including the c…  ( 13 min )
    Podcast: Amazon Night Hikes
    Listen and subscribe on Stitcher, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all major podcast apps. In this episode of The Atlas Obscura Podcast, we head to the jungle and a series of nighttime hikes, where Altas Obscura Creative Director and podcast producer Chris Naka overcame his bug-phobia, once and for all. Our podcast is an audio guide to the world’s wondrous, awe-inspiring, strange places. In under 15 minutes, we’ll take you to an incredible site, and along the way you’ll meet some fascinating people and hear their stories. Join us daily, Monday through Thursday, to explore a new wonder with cofounder Dylan Thuras and a neighborhood of Atlas Obscura reporters.  ( 13 min )
    Ralph Quarterman Grocery in Allenhurst, Georgia
    One of two businesses that were owned by Civil Rights activist and NAACP leader Ralph Quarterman. His home from 1937 is located next door. According to locals, there was once a gas pump and a huge farm at the original shop.  ( 12 min )
  • Open

    elusive quasar dipole
    There should be an imprint of the kinematic dipole observed in the cosmic microwave background in any cosmological tracer: The dipole is set by the Solar System barycentric velocity relative to the local Hubble flow, and that same velocity should imprint a dipole on anything cosmological. I have been working on this in part because it is a good measurement to make with , and in part because the dipole in the quasars . I have many thoughts, but I will save them for later.Quaiais controversial Anyways, Abby Williams (NYU) has been working on making this measurement, and her dipole amplitude and direction depend on what we hold fixed and what we vary (in particular selection-function components), and they also depend on what sky region we use. None of this is surprising; the selection function has a strong dipole in it, and it is not known precisely. But then I don't understand how the studies published previously have such good error bars. Maybe they didn't consider the various different fitting regimes?  ( 14 min )
  • Open

    3 Practical Writing Tips From Someone Who Hates Writing
    Writing sucks, but if you’re going to do it, at least make it good Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 8 min )
    Write Now With Kim Imas
    Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 9 min )
    The Number 1 Skill You Need to Succeed as a Freelance Writer
    How your research skills can make or break your freelance writing career Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 9 min )
  • Open

    Half a loaf
    It's often said that "social issues" are more divisive than economic ones, and that increased political polarization in the United States reflects a shift from economic to social issues as the main focus of politics.  A good summary of this view is provided by William Galston, as quoted in a recent column by Thomas Edsall:  first, “The economic axis that defined our politics from the beginning of New Deal liberalism to the end of Reagan conservatism has been displaced," and then  "When the core political issues are matters of right and wrong rather than more and less, compromise becomes much more difficult, and disagreement becomes more intense. If I think we should spend X on farm programs and you think it should be 2X, neither of us thinks the other is immoral or evil. But if you think I…  ( 10 min )
  • Open

    Controversial Physicist Faces Mounting Accusations of Scientific Misconduct
    Allegations of data fabrication have sparked the retraction of multiple papers from Ranga Dias, a researcher who claimed discovery of a room-temperature superconductor
    'Millennium Falcon' Comet Sprouts Icy Wings as It Loops around the Sun
    Comet 12P/Pons-Brooks, headed for its closest encounter with the sun next year, has started to heat up, leading to a cinematic outburst of icy volcanism
    Are 'Cocaine Sharks' Really Scarfing Down Drugs off Florida's Coasts?
    With their stealth, speed and serrated teeth, sharks are predators to be reckoned with. And that’s before factoring in the cocaine some sharks may be eating
    Forests Are Losing Their Ability to Hold Carbon
    A new USDA report finds forests could become a major emitter of carbon by 2070
    Psychologists Struggle to Explain the Mind of the Stalker
    Attempts to understand the psychopathology of romantic infatuation and sexual predation are still in their infancy
    Increasing Power Outages Don't Hit Everyone Equally
    Some of the most vulnerable communities in the U.S. live in places that are particularly prone to frequent, prolonged power outages
    Shape-Shifting, Self-Healing Machines Are Among Us
    Electronics that can bend, stretch and repair themselves could potentially work in applications ranging from tougher robots to smart clothes
  • Open

    Duluth company sues Lucasfilm over ‘Indiana Jones’ product placement
    Plus: Gophers AD unaware of toxic behavior in football program; 600 Kowalski workers prepare to strike; what happened to Uptown Theater's iconic sign; and more.  ( 8 min )
    Did Gov. Walz sign a bill increasing consequences for vehicles parking in bike lanes in July 2023?
    No. Gov. Tim Walz did not sign into law a bill imposing consequences for vehicles parking in bike lanes. The Minnesota legislative session adjourned on May 22, 2023, and will not reconvene until February 12, 2024.  ( 7 min )
    Did the Minneapolis mayor order police to not enforce laws against psychedelics?
    No. Mayor Frey signed an executive order on July 21 lowering the priority that psychedelics have for law enforcement. The city states that “many other higher priorities,” such as addressing violent crime and opioid use, take precedent.  ( 6 min )
    Most of the Midwest is in drought – and there’s no simple way to get out of it
    The lack of moisture has far-reaching implications, including on agriculture and water levels on the country's largest rivers.  ( 15 min )
    Does a new law allow Minnesotans to get a driver’s license regardless of their immigration status?
    Yes. A new law signed by Gov. Tim Walz in March allows Minnesota residents, regardless of their immigration status, to get a driver’s license starting Oct. 1, 2023.  ( 7 min )
    Minnesota marijuana legalization backers intended to remove penalties for underage use. Little-known statute shows they might not have
    Another section of state law not amended by the new recreational marijuana law contains a default penalty — a petty misdemeanor — for any acts that are made illegal but lack specific penalties.  ( 38 min )
    Boys from the North Country: Exploring Bob Dylan’s time in Minnesota
    Two new books explore Bob Dylan’s roots in Hibbing and Duluth, with fellow Iron Range songwriter Paul Metsa at the heart of both.  ( 19 min )
    A TikTok ban is misguided
    Isolating TikTok as a villain while other social media platforms and executives constantly face scrutiny seems disingenuous.  ( 9 min )
    Public safety officials talk drugged driving, traffic safety as legalization of recreational marijuana nears
    Plus: Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara talks Third Precinct; MDE to get inspector general; Golden Valley's open pit; downburst winds caused Hudson damage; and more.  ( 8 min )
  • Open

    Radial dendrograms
    From Sarah Gao and Andrew Gao, "On the Origin of LLMs: An Evolutionary Tree and Graph for 15,821 Large Language Models", arxiv.org 7/19/2023: That's not a vinyl — it's a "radial dendrogram" — showing the evolutionary tree of nearly 6,000 Large Language Models posted at Hugging Face. Zeroing in on one quadrant, so you can […]  ( 8 min )
    The many meanings and faces of "vernacular"
    During the first twenty years of my academic career, if anybody asked me what my specialty was, I would have told them something like "medieval popular Buddhist vernacular Chinese literature".  In that usage of "vernacular", which I thought was the standard meaning of the term, I simply considered it a register of language and writing […]  ( 13 min )
    Watermarking text?
    Ashley Belanger, "OpenAI, Google will watermark AI-generated content to hinder deepfakes, misinfo", ars technica 7/21/2023: Seven companies — including OpenAI, Microsoft, Google, Meta, Amazon, Anthropic, and Inflection —- have committed to developing tech to clearly watermark AI-generated content. That will help make it safer to share AI-generated text, video, audio, and images without misleading others […]  ( 14 min )
  • Open

    Slides on large language models for statisticians
    I was invited by David Banks to give an introductory talk on large language models to the regional American Statistical Association meeting on large language models. Here are the slides: Bob Carpenter. 2023. Language models for statisticians: from n-grams to … Continue reading →  ( 9 min )
    What’s the story with news media insiders getting all excited about UFOs?
    Philip Greengard writes: This tweet by Nate Silver in which he says that the UFOs that made news recently are “almost definitely not aliens” reminded me of some discussions on your blog including this. I thought you had another blog … Continue reading →  ( 16 min )
  • Open

    Marius the Epicurean, by Walter Pater
    A young man in the second-century Roman empire explores philosophy and religion as he travels through life.  ( 3 min )
  • Open

    Don’t Tip Your Private Pilot
    Also PacWest, Apple Card and Nauru.  ( 2 min )
  • Open

    Wednesday assorted links
    1. Mutable.ai on how AI will affect the corporation. 2. Gagosian (New Yorker, very good piece). 3. Exposure to robot preachers undermines religious commitment. 4. Does Singapore like China too much? 5. Not exactly my view, but a thoughtful look at Israel’s recent reforms. 6. The world’s last internet cafes. The post Wednesday assorted links appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to James N. Markels. I very much believe in ... by LivelyClock In reply to Rando. Close. It goes: Righties think lefties ... by DeQuan In reply to Equestrian. Given this intellectual influence ... by the king of texas In reply to James. I agree with all your points. And also, a ... by Dan S. What I've been reading: ... by Travis Wilmot Plus 10 more...  ( 4 min )
    The Economics of Export Bans
    India recently banned the export of non-Basmati rice. What are the economics of export bans? An export ban will tend to decrease the world supply thereby raising world prices but some of the previously exported goods will flow to the domestic market reducing domestic prices, which is the typical reason for an export bans. FT: […] The post The Economics of Export Bans appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to rayward. > You don't incentivize the production ... by Oldcurmudgeon In reply to Worley. Agreed. AI is important, but it's also ... by Pipsterate In reply to Hazel Meade. Unless you believe there is an ... by russell1200 In reply to Hola. My bad. I hadn't completely read the whole ... by Hazel Meade In reply to rayward. It will slow down China more than it ... by sxb Plus 10 more... Related Stories German deindustrialization crisis of the day The disinflation as American triumph Mental health and European economics departments  ( 6 min )
    The Amy Finkelstein and Liran Einav health care plan
    I am away from my review copy, so I am pleased that Matt Yglesias has offered ($) a good “standing on one foot” summary of the plan, as outlined in the new book We’ve Got You Covered: Rebooting American Health Care, by Amy Finkelstein and Liran Einav: They call for: A universal basic insurance system, […] The post The Amy Finkelstein and Liran Einav health care plan appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to asdf. The price of a brand drops +90% after ... by Karen Tibbals In reply to Lord Action. Very anecdotal, but I've spent many ... by Glenn In reply to Charles Dinerstein, MD MBA. Why shouldn't people ... by Chuck37 Economists contibuted to the fecklessness of government by ... by Lee A. Arnold In reply to Rahul. “Exploited” is a one way street. The ... by pcrh Plus 10 more... Related Stories On-line, Chinese production of *The Three-Body Problem* Australia fact of the day SuperFreakonomics on Geoengineering, Revisited  ( 6 min )
    Claims about room temperature superconductivity
    Today might have seen the biggest physics discovery of my lifetime. I don't think people fully grasp the implications of an ambient temperature / pressure superconductor. Here's how it could totally change our lives. — Alex Kaplan (@alexkaplan0) July 26, 2023 I am eager to learn more and to see how (if?) this holds up.  […] The post Claims about room temperature superconductivity appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to Marian Kechlibar. SK is a patenting powerhouse. by jayson In reply to Rahul. In the Bednorz/Muller discovery( High Tc , ... by sxb In reply to Rahul. skeptical and optimistic are different ... by steveh In reply to James Lavin. Wow! Can I have your autograph! ... by Dilbert T. Washington In reply to anonprof. Optimistic scientists are how we end up ... by Rahul Plus 10 more... Related Stories SuperFreakonomics on Geoengineering, Revisited More on Singapore and public sector talent development Dear Chat-GPT (just one opinion)  ( 4 min )
    On-line, Chinese production of *The Three-Body Problem*
    With subtitles, find it here. The post On-line, Chinese production of *The Three-Body Problem* appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to Anoniemoose. “(And magically all societies ... by bob In reply to Editor in Chief. Book plays hard on shallow ... by Anoniemoose I couldn't put down the first book! Read it in 2 days. The next ... by Editor in Chief Tried to watch this, it was absolute garbage. Loved the book, ... by Just bad I don't think any book has been more overrated in the last 30 ... by Frank Plus 6 more... Related Stories The Amy Finkelstein and Liran Einav health care plan SuperFreakonomics on Geoengineering, Revisited How to assign property rights in actor AI likenesses  ( 4 min )
  • Open

    10 Great Underrated 1990s Movies You Probably Haven’t Seen
    In the 90’s there was Pulp Fiction, and then there was everything else. Pulp Fiction had close to the same effect (without the avalanche of toys and tie-in products) as Star Wars had in the previous generation. But there was one film that brought the Cassavettes to the wood-paneled Tarantino 70’s, a Danish film called […]  ( 11 min )
  • Open

    Why the Porrón Is the Drinking Vessel You Need in Your Life
    The Spanish drinking vessel is a fit for celebrations and all sorts of sprits, including wine.  ( 17 min )
  • Open

    recently noticed 07-26-23
    The Blob Toy 📌 This post is gonna take a while ’cause I’m still playing with the blob thingy. 😎 Web Check 📌 “The core philosophy is simple: feed Web-Check a URL and let it gather, collate, and present a broad array of open data for you to delve into.” Obsidian CLI (github) “Interact with Obsidian in the terminal. Open, search, create, update, move and delete notes!” I like it. 😎 Embed The Fed 📌 “All it takes is a single javascript file & one new element in your markup to embed any fediverse feed you want!” The Neocities CLI 📌 “Manage your site using a shell terminal”  ( 2 min )
  • Open

    See BlueSky Statistics GUI for R at JSM 2023
    Are attending this year’s Joint Statistical Meetings in Toronto? If so, stop by booth 404 to see the latest features of BlueSky Statistics. A menu-based graphical user interface for the R language, BlueSky lets people access the power of R without having to learn to program. Programmers can easily add ... Continue reading: See BlueSky Statistics GUI for R at JSM 2023  ( 8 min )
    AB tests and repeated checks
    Intro “How is the experiment going?” Also: “Do we already see something?” And my favorite one: “Did we already hit significance, or do we need more data?” If you have dealt with experiments with relatively high outcome Continue reading: AB tests and repeated checks  ( 19 min )
    Understanding the Effect of Subsidies on Agriculture with Neural Networks
    Today, subsidies are the most common method of encouraging countries to deal with global warming; but it is debatable how effective they are. For instance, agriculture subsidies cause farmers to violate forest frontier and make them responsible for 14% of global deforestation every year. Not to mention excessive use of fertilizers ... Continue reading: Understanding the Effect of Subsidies on Agriculture with Neural Networks  ( 15 min )
    Price’s Protein Puzzle: 2023 update
    One of the joys (?) of having been online for…quite some time now…is watching topics reappear every few years or so. So what’s new? In terms of English word matches: not much. Some new proteins but no new 9-letter words. The Twitter thread, above, contains an interesting reply ... Continue reading: Price’s Protein Puzzle: 2023 update  ( 10 min )
    Barbie and math
    Continue reading: Barbie and math  ( 24 min )
    Summarizing Data in R: tapply() vs. group_by() and summarize()
    Introduction Continue reading: Summarizing Data in R: tapply() vs. group_by() and summarize()  ( 12 min )
    Autoregressive Moving Average Models and Power Spectral Densities
    1 Introduction periodogram Continue reading: Autoregressive Moving Average Models and Power Spectral Densities  ( 33 min )
    Reducing my for loop usage with purrr::reduce()
    I (only! but luckily!) recently got introduced to the magic of purrr::reduce(). Thank you, Tobias! I was told about it right as I was unhappily using many for loops in a package1, for lack of a better idea. In this post I’ll explain how purrr::re... Continue reading: Reducing my for loop usage with purrr::reduce()  ( 13 min )
    New cran.dev shortlinks to package information and documentation
    Introducing cran.dev shortlinks! Continue reading: New cran.dev shortlinks to package information and documentation  ( 11 min )
  • Open

    Exclusive: City of Hope cancer researcher goes to court to fight misconduct finding
    An alumna of the lab of Carlo Croce, a high-profile cancer researcher at The Ohio State University with 14 retractions, has sued the institution over the results of its investigation that found she committed research misconduct.  Flavia Pichiorri is now a principal investigator with her own lab researching potential therapies for multiple myeloma at City … Continue reading Exclusive: City of Hope cancer researcher goes to court to fight misconduct finding  ( 10 min )
  • Open

    Graphics that stretch stomachs and make merry
    Kaiser enjoys some graphics about hot dog eating.  ( 7 min )
  • Open

    New York Meetup On Sunday
    ...
  • Open

    Amid Indian Nationalism, Pseudoscience Seeps Into Academia
    Experts say that, in recent years, falsehoods have increasingly appeared in university lectures and course materials. Such claims often tout the superiority of traditional knowledge over modern science and cite ancient Hindu texts as evidence. Dissenting voices face how to uphold scientific rationalism.  ( 15 min )
  • Open

    A simpler method for learning to control a robot
    Researchers develop a machine-learning technique that can efficiently learn to control a robot, leading to better performance with fewer data.  ( 10 min )
  • Open

    Bad Map Projection: ABS(Longitude)
    No content preview  ( 1 min )

  • Open

    Because they could
    Why did 64 members of Israel’s Knesset just vote to change how the Israeli government operates, to give the Prime Minister and his cabinet nearly unchecked power as in autocratic regimes—even as the entire opposition walked out of the chamber rather than legitimize the vote, even as the largest protests in Israel’s history virtually shut […]  ( 4 min )
  • Open

    Because they could
    Why did 64 members of Israel’s Knesset just vote to change how the Israeli government operates, to give the Prime Minister and his cabinet nearly unchecked power as in autocratic regimes—even as the entire opposition walked out of the chamber rather than legitimize the vote, even as the largest protests in Israel’s history virtually shut […]  ( 4 min )
    MODE Workshop In Princeton
    Although researchers in fundamental science have a tendency to "stick to what works" and avoid disruptive innovations until they are shown to be well-tested and robust, the recent advances in computer science leading to the diffusion of deep neural networks, ultimately stemming from the large increases in performance of computers of the past few decades (Moore's law), cannot be ignored. And they haven't - the 2012 discovery of the Higgs boson, for instance, heavily used machine learning techniques to improve the sensitivity of the acquired particle signals in the ATLAS and CMS detectors. read more  ( 4 min )
    Skara Brae
    I don’t like to fly around much anymore. But since I’m spending half a year in Scotland I figured it wasn’t too bad to take a ferry up to the Orkney Islands, at the northern end of this country, to see a bunch of Neolithic, Bronze Age and Iron Age sites. I spent all my […]  ( 7 min )
    finding truly zero-metallicity stars
    My conversation with Bergemann (MPIA) yesterday and a conversation with Fouesneau (MPIA) today made me think that it should be possible to do a complete search of the ESA XP spectra for zero-metallicity (and I mean primordial-abundances) stars. The spectra are easy to compute, and the hypothesis tests against normal stellar models are all set up already in the codes run at MPIA. Let's do this and find the elusive (literally zero membership, apparently) population-III stars in the Milky Way.Gaia  ( 14 min )
  • Open

    Mojave Shoe Station in Blythe, California
    In Rice, California, close to the Heart of the Mojave, a plethora of shoes hang over the decaying remains of a small gas station. Though where this tradition started is unknown, locals say that the area originally had a Shoe Tree. After the tree collapsed, the shoe collection moved to the metal roof of the abandoned gas station. An overturned palm tree and tower of tires on the property sport similar used soles.  ( 12 min )
    Chef Hung Beef Noodle Soup in Taipei, Taiwan
    For first-timers, a trip to Taiwan isn’t complete without a hearty bowl of beef noodle soup. A dish unique to the island, it was invented in the mid-20th century by refugees who had left the Chinese mainland for Taiwan during the Chinese civil war. Today, it’s become somewhat of the national dish of Taiwan. But with over 10,000 dedicated beef noodle soup shops on the island, narrowing down the options is a harrowing task.  Chef Hung Beef Noodle Soup is a great place to start. The eponymous owner Hung Ching-Lung is a five-time award-winning champion of the annual beef noodle soup competition in Taiwan—the most decorated winner in the event’s history.  The restaurant’s menu offers a diverse overview of the beef noodle soup options on the island, from a classic star-anise-heavy broth flavored with spicy bean paste to a minimally seasoned clear broth where delicate slices of beef are highlighted. A couple of Hung’s award-winning bowls are on the menu as well: there’s one topped with tripe, tendon, and shank and another with medium rare, paper-thin slices of beef overlaid on top.  For Chef Hung, beef noodle soup is much more than just a profession. It’s a passion. He has a cattle farm on the outlying island of Kinmen, where he raises his own cows for the restaurants. And he’s often tasked with training up-and-coming chefs on how to make a fantastic beef broth for their restaurants. He says the key is procuring a really high-quality cut of beef and making a flavorful broth. Everything else is just secondary.  ( 13 min )
    Church of St. George the Martyr in George Town, Malaysia
    The church of St. George the Martyr is the oldest Anglican church in Southeast Asia. Before the church was built, religious services in Penang were conducted at Fort Cornwallis and later at the courthouse in George Town, a short distance away. Plans for a church were submitted as early as 1810 but it wasn’t until the East India Company Act of 1813 gave the British East India Company authority that the church was built. It was constructed in 1818 and consecrated in 1819 costing some 60,000 Spanish dollars (also known as "pieces of eight"). The first significant event that took place in the church after its completion was the wedding of Governor William Edward Philips to Janet Bannerman, the daughter of his predecessor, Colonel John Alexander Bannerman on June 30, 1818. On the grounds stands a memorial to Francis Light, a British explorer and the founder of the British colony of Penang and its capital city George Town in 1786. Interestingly, he is also the father of William Light, who founded the city of Adelaide in Australia. The church was first restored after being looted and badly damaged during the Japanese occupation of Malaysia in the Second World War. It was restored again in 2011 after being designated a National Heritage in 2007.  ( 12 min )
    Pure Love Diner Bar in Taipei, Taiwan
    This eclectic 80s erotica-themed bar fronted by a bright and loud neon sign is a celebration of vices. Inside: a cheeky diner awash in red lighting, analog phones, floral print diner chairs, plush banquettes, and a working disco ball in the corner. Keeping with the theme, the shelves are stocked with magazines crammed with centerfolds of busty, scantily clad women.   The aesthetic of Pure Love is a nod to the “grandpa shops” of Taipei—old-school karaoke rooms where older men are known to seek the company and services of flirtatious waitresses. Big in the ‘60s and up to the ‘80s, they have since waned considerably in popularity after a crackdown in prostitution in the ‘90s.   Pure Love Snack Bar is a modern revival of the grandpa shop, but without any of the shady or illegal dealings. The food is unpretentious and rooted in Taiwanese classics like braised pork over rice, oyster soup, fried chicken, and deep-fried noodles smothered in an earthy satay sauce. The drinks are more elevated and utilize locally available flavors like guava, tieguanyin tea, and mulberry.  ( 13 min )
    Jinjiang Tea Room in Taipei, Taiwan
    Tucked inside an old wooden building framed by a thick canopy of bright pink bougainvillea, Jinjiang Tea Room has been slinging out hearty dishes for over a decade. The term “tea house” is a misnomer; Jinjiang is a full-service restaurant dedicated to Hakka cuisine—the fare of a Han Chinese subgroup known for its emphasis on salty and smoked meats and a love of pickles.  Situated in an 80-something-year-old house dating back to the Japanese colonial occupation of Taiwan, the restaurant is a quaint cottage in a forest of skyscrapers. The inside is just as charming, with outdated white ceiling tiles, wooden tables, and shelves stuffed with cute knick-knacks and miscellaneous clutter.  The food is as wholesome as the decor. They do cold poached chicken—the skin crisp and gelatinous—served with a kumquat dipping sauce. There’s a lovely salted pork, sliced into bite-sized pieces, which pairs especially well with a hot bowl of short-grain rice dressed with soy  sauce-flavored lard. The tender shoots of bird’s nest ferns are sauteed with the pickled seeds of a bird lime tree. There’s slippery noodles made with green tea, and thick belts of rice noodles with minced pork. Dessert is complimentary—usually a bowl of grass jelly, a mint-like herb beloved among the Hakka in Taiwan, or small mochi balls dressed with sweet ground peanuts.  For the full experience, finish off with lei cha, a ground tea made with pounded grains. It’s akin to matcha, but less vegetal and more toasted and nutty.  ( 13 min )
    Castle Howe in Kendal, England
    Some 1,000 years ago, the Normans pushed north attempting to subjugate part of Westmorland. As part of this effort, Castle Howe was built. Kendal’s undisputed first castle, Castle Howe, was built in 1092 and overlooks the town. The fortifications consist of a well-defined motte, rising to around 33 feet and measuring around 59 feet in diameter at the summit. The base of the motte measures around 150 feet, and is surrounded by ditches and embankments. The bailey lays to the east of the motte, and is roughly triangular in shape, and was turned into a bowling green and is now a public park. The Barony of Kendal fell at the hands of Ivo de Taillebois around 1092 and as a reward for his unfailing military support and success, Ivo was granted the Barony of Kentdale, a title that brought with it huge swathes of land in what is now Yorkshire, Lancashire and Cumbria. Kendal Castle, to the east of the earthworks, was probably built while Castle Howe was still being used. Likely, Castle Howe was the baronial center of Kirkland, and Kendal Castle was the baronial center of Kentdale. Castle Howe eventually became redundant, as did the Kendal Castle, and the administrative center of Kendal moved to the Moot Hall in the center of town. In 1788, to celebrate the centenary of the revolution of 1688, an obelisk was erected on the summit of Castle Howe. The monument was designed by architect Francis Webster who was a native of Kendal.  ( 12 min )
    Hansaviertel in Berlin, Germany
    This quiet neighborhood was once considered the future of urban living. The district of Hansaviertel was a rich urban neighborhood, and quite desirable thanks to its proximity to the city center while being right next to Tiergarten Park. But after the Second World War, it was almost completely leveled. East Berlin had been rebuilding over the 50s, courtesy of its new socialist government and the West didn’t want to be left behind. To show that they were a new free and capitalist society, they also decided to rebuild, and the destroyed district of Hansaviertel proved to be an ideal location. More than 50 architects were invited to work on the project, German and international alike. There were some famous names in the group, including Le Corbusier and Oscar Niemeyer, the designer of the new Brazilian capital. Each presented their own future vision of housing. The district contains a school, a kindergarten, a shopping center with a library and a theatre, and even an academy of arts. Additionally, every house has some special spin. They usually have descriptions on the ground floor somewhere, though a guide can be bought at the shopping center at a club made for this district  ( 12 min )
    Mamoru-kun Patrolman in Miyakojima, Japan
    The world has seen many unique methods aimed at increasing road safety, from traffic control towers to roadside sentries. In Miyakojima, the local traffic safety association tried a slightly new way back in the 1990s, when five policemen-like figurines were set up at various crossings around the island. These were known as Mamoru-kun patrolmen.  As the story goes, Mamoru-kun was born on August 5, 1991. He stands 180 centimeters tall, and his official titles are "Miyakojima Safety Association Staff" and "Miyakojima Police Transportation Division Officer." Over the years there have been more figurines set up all over the island. Currently you can find 20 Mamoru-kun in various places in Miyakojima. Nineteen of these patrolmen are male, but at the Miyakojima Police Station, you can also find his female colleague Maruko-chan. Thanks to their loyal service in all weather conditions, Mamoru-kun was also given a special Miyakojima residence permit by Mayor Toshihiko Shimoji in a ceremony back in 2012. Originally these figurines were considered kimo (creepy), but recently Mamoru-kun have got their own fanbase. With their popularity rising, you can now also find Mamoru-kun cookies, soft drinks, and more.  ( 12 min )
    The 'Darting Children' That Helped Japan Win Its War on Traffic Accidents
    Everyday on the sides of streets across Japan, from major urban intersections to sleepy rural roads, stand young children, poised to dash out into traffic. But Tobita-kun, the name by which the children are commonly known, never actually makes it out onto the road. These “children” are, in fact, a style of wooden sign that for the last half-century has served as a warning to the nation’s drivers to watch for flesh-and-blood children who may unexpectedly dart into traffic, particularly in school zones. Often charmingly handmade by local councils, Tobita-kun has become an icon on Japan’s roadways—and played a role in revolutionizing road safety in the country. In the years following the end of World War II, Japan’s rapid economic recovery was not without challenges. Across the country, ped…  ( 20 min )
    How A ‘Firefly Course’ Is Saving Japan’s Favorite Glowing Insect
    At the third meeting of the Moriyama City Firefly Forest Museum’s eight-week Firefly Course, a conservation training program for adults, egg collection begins. Each female Genji firefly, Nipponoluciola cruciata, can lay up to 500 of the caviar-like orbs, carefully depositing them across the mossy banks of rivers and streams in blankets of pale yellow. In the wild, only a tiny fraction of the eggs survive. River pollution, flood prevention measures, overfishing, and excess urban light devastated the insect’s population in the 20th century. But at the museum, artificial breeding and rearing methods will coax 30,000 Genji fireflies into larvae, a phase in which they live like tiny, voracious underwater explorers. Each month, the 10 students of the Firefly Course return to the museum to le…  ( 20 min )
    Aleja Gwiazd (Avenue of Stars) in Krakow, Poland
    The Hollywood Walk of Fame is known to all and a dream of every actor to be immortalized forever. However, it's not the only place where celebrities get a star on the ground, a much smaller version of the walk can be found in Poland's City of Kings.  The Krakow Walk of Fame, or Aleja Gwiazd, as it is known in Polish has been a mainstay of the city since 2008, with the first person to obtain a star being Céline Dion. The walk was a joint venture between the city government and the radio station RMF FM, their goal is to honor outstanding musicians and bands from not only Poland but the world.  Among the stars, visitors will find many locals from Poland, but also more internationally known names such as Michael Jackson, Benedict Cumberbatch, and even Elvis Presley.  ( 12 min )
    Adventure Is Accessible When You Think Outside the Box
    In Atlas Obscura’s Q&A series Exploration for Everyone, we chat with everyday adventurers and dauntless world travelers about finding wonder without limits. “Come on in, find a seat—I’ve already got one,” Kory Macy says with a sly grin, nodding at her wheelchair as she leads the way into her living room. A wide window looks out onto a picturesque, wooded area on the north side of Madison, Wisconsin—but it’s what’s inside that catches the eye. The modest apartment she shares with her husband John and two cats is full of framed art, photos, and other souvenirs from her travels across five continents. There’s an entire wall of selfies: dogsledding across a snowy landscape, sitting on a Galápagos beach as seals laze in the background, steering an adaptive bicycle, kayaking, skydiving. On b…  ( 22 min )
    Mont Cenis in Bessans, France
    Rather than driving through a tunnel beneath the Alps, this pass offers unparalleled views as you traverse over the mountains. The scenic route connects Val-Cenis in Western France with Susa in Italy, and was one of the most well-traveled paths through the Alps during the Middle Ages. The road will take a few hours to traverse, but the views and sights along the way are well worth it.  Some scholars believe that this is the exact pass that Hannibal took with his army and war elephants in 218 BC. More than a millennia later, in 1414, Niccolò III d'Este, Marquis of Ferrara took this route back to Italy after meeting Charles VI in Paris. Niccolò described the pass as having "a good ascent and bad descent." Pilgrims have also taken this route on the way to Rome and the Vatican for centuries. Eventually, Napoleon built a road on the old pilgrimage trail sometime in the early 19th century. In 1871, a railroad tunnel known as Frejus Tunnel was constructed some 30 miles away. The tunnel connected Mondane, France with Bardonecchia, Italy. It was one of the first tunnels of its kind and exhibited a remarkable feat of engineering for the time. Today, the tunnel is still one of the largest railroad tunnels in the world measuring some eight miles long. The road is also has been used as part of the Tour de France. At the top of the pass, alongside an icy blue lake known as Lac du Mont Cenis, statues of Hannibal's elephants line the trail. The building of a dam created the artificial lake in 1921. The dam, today, feeds two hydroelectric power plants. The lake occasionally empties for maintenance.  At the top of the pass, as you look out over the lake, you'll find a very quirky chapel. Built in 1967, the chapel is shaped like a pyramid and is made of concrete. Today it also houses a museum about the history of this region and is one of the highest museums in Europe. Other nearby sights include a botanical garden and multiple fortifications.  ( 13 min )
    Podcast: Spaces for Spies
    Listen and subscribe on Stitcher, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all major podcast apps. In this episode of The Atlas Obscura Podcast, Places editors Jonathan Carey and Michelle Cassidy bring us two stories about places with histories that intersect with real-world American espionage. Our podcast is an audio guide to the world’s wondrous, awe-inspiring, strange places. In under 15 minutes, we’ll take you to an incredible site, and along the way you’ll meet some fascinating people and hear their stories. Join us daily, Monday through Thursday, to explore a new wonder with cofounder Dylan Thuras and a neighborhood of Atlas Obscura reporters.  ( 13 min )
  • Open

    ellis unconference [not in Hawai’i]
    As ICML 2023 is happening this week, in Hawai’i, many did not have the opportunity to get there, for whatever reason, and hence the ellis (European Lab for Learning {and} Intelligent Systems] board launched [fairly late!] with the help of Hi! Paris an unconference (i.e., a mirror) that is taking place in HEC, Jouy-en-Josas, SW […]  ( 8 min )
  • Open

    The Science of Marinades
    After rounds of testing and research, we share everything you need to know to get the most out of your marinades, including how long to marinate for, what kinds of flavors do and don’t penetrate meat, and how to avoid marinade disasters.  ( 23 min )
    Homemade Taco Seasoning
    Making taco seasoning from scratch guarantees a fresher flavor than store-bought mixes—one that you can adjust to your tastes.  ( 14 min )
    We Tested 13 Wine Tumblers to Find the Best Ones for Keeping Summery Sips Cold
    We tested 13 wine tumblers to find out which were the best—evaluating their cold-retention, ease of use, leak-prevention, and durability.  ( 24 min )
  • Open

    A Day in the Life of a Full-Time Writer. Read This If You’re Thinking About Doing the Same.
    If it’s a writing day then I tend to procrastinate a bit more. I find it’s part of the process. Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 8 min )
    How Leo Tolstoy Rekindled His Passion for Writing
    From “terribly disgusting” to one of the greatest novels of all time Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 8 min )
    Why Your Novel Should (And Shouldn’t) Fit A Particular Genre
    Is it time to break the rules? Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 8 min )
    Do CTAs Even Work Anymore
    Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 8 min )
  • Open

    3M entangled in more than 200,000 lawsuits, continuing to see decline in quarterly sales
    Plus: Train derailment in Superior; free haircuts for the homeless; Rochester to vote on renewing local sales tax; and more.  ( 8 min )
    ‘We want the bad guys’: Why an abolitionist professor has high hopes for Minnesota’s prison higher education program
    State corrections officials hope that by 2026, the Transformation and Re-entry through Education and Community will serve some 1,000 incarcerated Minnesotans interested in pursuing associate degrees.  ( 20 min )
    Potters from Minnesota and beyond to return for 12th Minnesota Pottery Festival
    This year, more than 60 artists applied for the festival, with a jury selecting the participating artists with an eye toward representing a variety of mediums.  ( 11 min )
    New $200 Million FCC Proposal Could Help Schools Combat Cyber Attack Onslaught
    A three-year pilot program aims to support districts as ransomware gangs hack into their systems and steal highly sensitive records.  ( 12 min )
    The long, bitter fight over a Burger King drive-thru
    After years of litigation, the chain has finally given up hope of reopening a drive-thru on Nicollet Avenue, but, on the whole of it, the drive-thru era is far from over in Minneapolis.  ( 20 min )
    App developers at the mercy of Apple and Google
    The Open App Markets Act will prevent app stores from forcing developers to use their in-app payment systems, ban self-preference schemes, allow developers to directly communicating with their customers, and allow customers to download apps directly.  ( 14 min )
    Scott Jensen thinks its time for Republicans to rethink stance on abortion
    Plus: Minnesota officials preparing for increased marijuana use among motorists; Owatonna school awarded grant from Rachael Ray Foundation; and more.  ( 8 min )
  • Open

    Skara Brae
    I don’t like to fly around much anymore. But since I’m spending half a year in Scotland I figured it wasn’t too bad to take a ferry up to the Orkney Islands, at the northern end of this country, to see a bunch of Neolithic, Bronze Age and Iron Age sites. I spent all my […]  ( 7 min )
  • Open

    Highlights From The Comments On Social Model Of Disability
    ...
    We're Not Platonists, We've Just Learned The Bitter Lesson
    Machine Alignment Monday, 7/24/23
  • Open

    Dangerous Rip Currents Give Marine Life a Speed Boost
    Rip currents pose a danger to swimmers at the beach, but they also play an important ecological role in the ocean
    Airlines Grapple with Flights Delayed by Climate-Fueled Heat
    Longer, more intense heat waves fueled by climate change could make it harder for planes to get off the ground
    Cells Organize Themselves into 'Neighborhoods' That Could Shape Treatment
    “Cell atlases” offer an unprecedented look at how kidney cells become diseased and how fetal cells invade and remodel the placenta’s blood vessels
    To Solve the LGBTQ Youth Mental Health Crisis, Our Research Must Be More Nuanced
    Young people do not fall into neat categories of race, sexual orientation or gender identity. Research into LGBTQ mental health must take that into account
    The In-Credible Robot Priest and the Limits of Robot Workers
    Some jobs just need the human touch to work, even with automated assistance
    Teenagers Skeptical of Social Media Have a Lower Risk of Eating Disorders
    Young people can counter social media messaging that promotes thinness by bringing a skeptical take to their viewing habits
    Can AI Replace Actors? Here's How Digital Double Tech Works
    Motion capture and detailed face scans allow TV and film production teams to replicate a performer’s likeness. Generative AI is making the process faster and easier
    Why Maternal Mortality Rates Are Getting Worse Across the U.S.
    A new study shows U.S. maternal mortality rates are increasing, and health care providers and advocacy groups are racing to build better care for new parents
    This Summer's Record-Breaking Heat Waves Would Not Have Happened without Climate Change
    Climate change made heat waves in the U.S. Southwest, Europe and China hotter and more likely
  • Open

    David J. Deming now has a Substack
    Forked Lightning, he is from the Harvard Kennedy School, and he is a co-author on the piece with Chetty and John N. Friedman featured on MR earlier today. In his inaugural post he explains some further results from the paper in more detail: The second part [of the paper] shows the impact of attending an Ivy-Plus […] The post David J. Deming now has a Substack appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to y81. I'm in a sedate position in Midlaw not ... by Anti-Gnostic In reply to Phil S.. Palo Alto landlords and vendors will ... by Anti-Gnostic In reply to Neurotic. That too. Here is a disquisition on ... by Dismalist So much of this comes down to rational conservative behavior by ... by jasonl In reply to Hazel Meade. I noticed that, too. I'm guessing ... by Dismalist Plus 10 more... Related Stories The Causal Effects of Admission to Highly Selective Private Colleges Mental health and European economics departments On white flight (from the comments)  ( 6 min )
    Tuesday assorted links
    1. Microgyms in Singapore. 2. Proof of personhood, by Vitalik. 3. Larry Katz is running unopposed to be the next president of AEA.  I am a big fan of Larry’s work and from hearsay (I don’t know him) he has very sound judgment.  But isn’t it time someone raised their hand and said this system […] The post Tuesday assorted links appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to steve. Democracy is not the default mode of human ... by Anti-Gnostic In reply to Brian Donohue. SARS-CoV-2 furin cleavage site was ... by Yeah, about that In reply to OK, trying to keep score. FURIN CLEAVAGE SITE by Brian Donohue In reply to Phinton. There were no facts known at the time, ... by Umm In reply to Now you made me read your link. > Especially ... by Phinton Plus 10 more...  ( 4 min )
    Is the rising youth suicide rate overstated?
    Rising reports of suicidal behaviors in children and adolescents have led to the recognition of a youth mental health crisis. However, reported rates can be influenced by access to screening and changes in reporting conventions, as well as by changes in social stigma. Using data on all hospital visits in New Jersey from 2008-2019, we […] The post Is the rising youth suicide rate overstated? appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to Hoosier. Tyler's overarching theme, from now ... by Derek22 In reply to Todd K. @Todd, related – “Scientists at the ... by M In reply to USA poor life expectancy. RandomCriticalAnalysis ... by Wanda Tinasky In reply to Skeptical American. The downvoters know. I'm used ... by MikeP Yes — suicide has really been increasing for younger people ... by Mary Pat Campbell Plus 10 more... Related Stories David J. Deming now has a Substack The Causal Effects of Admission to Highly Selective Private Colleges Global (and American) happiness these days  ( 5 min )
    The Causal Effects of Admission to Highly Selective Private Colleges
    This is a long abstract, but it is meaty, and note that papers by these authors have held up well: Leadership positions in the U.S. are disproportionately held by graduates of a few highly selective private colleges. Could such colleges — which currently have many more students from high-income families than low-income families — increase […] The post The Causal Effects of Admission to Highly Selective Private Colleges appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to Joe Q. Sports are a huge part of the economy, so ... by Anonymous In reply to JT. That's why at a large public U, the club ... by Moral Panic In reply to Steve Sailer. It's probably a lot easier for ... by Andao In reply to Just a guy. Son is an athletic recruit. We have ... by Lord Action In reply to KP. I'm pretty sure I'm not in favor of ... by Just a guy Plus 10 more... Related Stories David J. Deming now has a Substack Mental health and European economics departments Is the rising youth suicide rate overstated?  ( 6 min )
  • Open

    Keeping Track of Bank Accounts Is Hard
    Also calculating uninsured deposits, arbing APEs, repricing iRobot, leveraging multistrategy funds and trading all night.  ( 2 min )
  • Open

    Oil separator / cooker
    When I entered the Airbnb where I'm now staying, one of the first things that caught my attention was the following utensil: There were many puzzling aspects to this device.  First of all, I couldn't tell whether it was an oil separator or an oil cooker, or both.  Second, I wasn't sure what the primary language […]  ( 8 min )
    Toilet use information mega translation fail
    From John Rohsenow, via Mabel Menard, comes this bit of Japanglish: (source) Explication de texte par Monsieur Nathan Hopson: お客様各位 お会計後にトイレをご利用される場合、 ご利用時だけでなくお帰りになる際もレジにお声を掛けて下さい。 Okyakusama kakui Okaikeigo ni toire o go riyō sareru baai, go riyōji dake denaku okaeri ni naru sai mo reji ni o koe o kakete kudasai. Valued Customers, When using the restrooms after purchase, […]  ( 7 min )
    Rebranding
    Joshua Benton, "If other media companies thought about brand equity the way Elon Musk thinks about Twitter’s (er, X’s)", Nieman Labs 7/24/2023: In the spirit of Tronc, Elon Musk has decided to throw away more than a decade of brand equity by changing the name of Twitter to…the letter X. Imagine if more media executives […]  ( 10 min )
  • Open

    Blue Rose Research is hiring (again) !
    Blue Rose Research has a few roles that we’re actively hiring for as we gear up to elect more Democrats in 2024, and advance progressive causes! A bit about our work: For the 2022 US election, we used engineering and … Continue reading →  ( 10 min )
    Slate runs embarrassingly bad article on UFOs
    When the New York Times does it, I’m sad. But, hey, it’s the New York Times, you have to expect some hype and trend-chasing. Part of being “the establishment” is that you get sucked into establishment delusions. When Slate does … Continue reading →  ( 15 min )
  • Open

    A New Approach to Stopping Ticks — With an Old Drug
    The antiparasitic drug ivermectin, which is mostly used on animals, gained a raucous following during the Covid pandemic but never lived up to the hype. Now, a team of scientists has found a new application for something ivermectin was always good at: killing parasites that live in or on animals.  ( 15 min )
  • Open

    Unraveling Data Insights with R’s fivenum(): A Programmer’s Guide
    Introduction Continue reading: Unraveling Data Insights with R’s fivenum(): A Programmer’s Guide  ( 12 min )
    A Heatmap of James Lind’s Scurvy Study
    This week’s TidyTuesday concerns what some have called the first randomized clinical trial- a study by James Lind evaluating various treatments for scurvy. This data has been collected into the medicaldata R package from Lind’s book on scurvy. Loading the Libraries and Data library(tidyverse) # who doesn't want ... Continue reading: A Heatmap of James Lind’s Scurvy Study  ( 27 min )
    The Old Faithful Geyser Data shiny app with webR, Bootstrap & ExpressJS
    This post is the second one of a series of post about webR: Using webR in an Express JS REST API Note: the first post of this series explaining roughly what webR is,... Continue reading: The Old Faithful Geyser Data shiny app with webR, Bootstrap & ExpressJS  ( 13 min )
  • Open

    NRL Predictions for Round 22
    Team Ratings for Round 22 The basic method is described on my Department home page. Here are the team ratings prior to this week’s games, along with the ratings at the start of the season. Current Rating Rating at Season Start Difference Panthers 11.74 12.99 -1.30 Cowboys 6.44 6.23 0.20 Storm 6.18 11.21 -5.00 Rabbitohs […] NRL Predictions for Round 22 first appeared on Stats Chat.  ( 4 min )

  • Open

    a versatile alternative to ABC
    “We introduce the Fixed Landscape Inference MethOd, a new likelihood-free inference method for continuous state-space stochastic models. It applies deterministic gradient-based optimization algorithms to obtain a point estimate of the parameters, minimizing the difference between the data and some simulations according to some prescribed summary statistics. In this sense, it is analogous to Approximate Bayesian […]  ( 7 min )
  • Open

    a versatile alternative to ABC
    “We introduce the Fixed Landscape Inference MethOd, a new likelihood-free inference method for continuous state-space stochastic models. It applies deterministic gradient-based optimization algorithms to obtain a point estimate of the parameters, minimizing the difference between the data and some simulations according to some prescribed summary statistics. In this sense, it is analogous to Approximate Bayesian […]  ( 7 min )
  • Open

    Linamnam in Manila, Philippines
    Chef Don Baldosano is making waves in Manila with his fine-dining restaurant, Linamnam, where degustation menus put modern, innovative twists on Filipino recipes. Located in his family's backyard, Linamnam (which means “delicious” in Tagalog) was opened in 2018 when Baldosano was still in his teens; fresh from competing on the TV show Junior MasterChef Pinoy Edition and a traineeship at Manila’s esteemed Toyo Eatery. Linamnam opened its doors to the public in August 2018, offering a warm setting that puts the spotlight on the chef's bold dishes. The main dining room is a bahay kubo, a traditional thatched-roof, stilt house built on stilts typical to the Filipino lowland countryside. Built by Baldosano’s father, it offers an al fresco space adjacent to the chef‘s own childhood bedroom. …  ( 13 min )
    Fine Bagels in Berlin, Germany
    Fine Bagels, a family-owned establishment, has been delighting Berliners with their authentic New York-style bagels since 2013. Laurel Kratochvila’s bagel journey dates back to 1897 when her great-great grandfather, Hyman Cooper, declared that he was moving to New York City for one simple reason: “The bagels are better.” Although he ended up in Boston, running a fix-it shop, his declaration set the stage for four generations of bagel devotion within the family. What began as a small addition to the English-language bookstore Shakespeare and Sons has become a destination in its own right. Laurel brought her family recipes to Berlin, recreating the authentic homemade bagels she missed from her New York roots. Her partner, Roman, who owns other bookstores in the Czech Republic and worked at the famous Shakespeare and Company bookstore in Paris, complements the culinary experience with an extensive collection of English and some French books. Bagels are hand-rolled daily in small batches. Overnight proofing, rapid boiling, and hot baking process lend to an old-fashioned flavor across varieties from poppyseed to cinnamon raisin and rosemary sea salt. A variety of homemade schmears and toppings, including sandwich options with lox and whitefish salad, keeps the bagel game interesting for a dedicated legion of regular customers.  ( 13 min )
    The World's Rarest Raptor Hangs On Thanks to an Invasive Species
    This article is from Hakai Magazine, an online publication about science and society in coastal ecosystems. Read more stories like this at hakaimagazine.com. In 1974, the Mauritius kestrel—a photogenic bird with a speckled white breast and a vibrant red back and crown—came frighteningly close to extinction. Only four individuals remained. Thanks to decades of captive breeding on the Indian Ocean island of Mauritius, the kestrel population climbed to 1,000 birds. Half a century later, as their numbers once again decline, another species is helping the charismatic raptors hang on: the traveler’s tree, a palmlike plant in the genus Ravenala. But traveler’s trees are invasive to Mauritius and are causing problems for other native species in the ecosystem. Conservationists are now faced w…  ( 18 min )
    Giant Chairs of Weil am Rhein in Weil am Rhein, Germany
    As cities grow, they tend to swallow and overtake smaller towns that were once situated well outside. Often this leads to a loss of the local identity, unless the former towns fight back. Weil am Rhein did this in a very creative way by building giant chairs. The town is situated just over the German border, not far from Dreiländereck, where the borders of Germany, France, and Switzerland meet. It used to be completely separate from Basel, but as both cities grew, their borders started touching more and more, to the point where many people started thinking that Weil am Rhein was the German part of Basel. People in Weil am Rhein disliked this and decided that they needed a new and separate identity from Basel. They decided that giant chairs were the key. Large chairs started appearing all over the town, not only on the ground but also on top of buildings. Most of them are made in a way that makes them climbable. In the 1970s, a local artist and architect named Lassù burned chairs as an art form. He built a large concrete chair on top of a pyramid to allow for recurrent burnings. Furniture is a big bar of the history of Weil am Rhein. The town is home to the headquarters of the Vitra Corporation, one of the largest manufacturers of designer furniture in Europe. The company operates the Vitra Design Museum, which explores the history of furniture and interior design. Its collection includes several historically significant chairs, including Eero Saarinen's Tulip Chair, Charles and Ray Eames' iconic Lounge Chair, and many more.  ( 13 min )
    Petroglyph Beach in Page, Arizona
    Petroglyph Beach is a remarkable site located in the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, a scenic park that stretches across Arizona and Utah. Petroglyph Beach stands out as an archaeological treasure and offers visitors a glimpse into the rich history of the region. Situated on the edge of the Colorado River, Petroglyph Beach is named for the numerous petroglyphs found etched into the walls of Glen Canyon. Petroglyphs are ancient rock carvings made by ancient Native Americans who inhabited the area centuries ago. These carvings depict various symbols, animals, and scenes that hold significant cultural and spiritual meaning. The beach itself is a serene and tranquil spot where visitors can relax and enjoy the picturesque surroundings before continuing down the river.  Exploring Petroglyph Beach offers a unique opportunity to connect with the past and appreciate the artistic expressions of the indigenous people who once thrived in the region. The petroglyphs provide a glimpse into their daily lives, beliefs, and experiences. Visitors can spend hours examining the intricate carvings and pondering the stories they tell. It's important to note that Petroglyph Beach is a protected site, and visitors are encouraged to treat it with respect and care. It is essential to avoid touching or damaging the petroglyphs to preserve them for future generations. Many sites within the National Park Service have specific guidelines and regulations in place to ensure their preservation, so it's advisable to follow any posted instructions.  ( 13 min )
    Southern California's Anime-Inspired Food Scene
    THIS ARTICLE IS ADAPTED FROM THE JULY 22, 2023, EDITION OF GASTRO OBSCURA’S FAVORITE THINGS NEWSLETTER. YOU CAN SIGN UP HERE. I’ve always found it interesting how fictional food makes its way into the real world. A few years back, I wrote an article about how fantasy-novel food is a cuisine unto itself, and I still regret that I was abroad both times that Denny’s had an official Hobbit menu. A few weeks ago, I was reminded of the existence of another fictional culinary genre: anime food. Over the last few decades, Japanese animation and manga has had a huge influence on global fashion, film, music, and art. I would argue that it’s also familiarized people around the world with Japan’s popular and regional foods. I still remember learning about okonomiyaki as a teenager from a beat-up…  ( 20 min )
    Krakow Torch Sockets in Krakow, Poland
    Krakow is a very old city with many buildings whose construction goes back centuries. Many old utilities can still be found in and around such buildings, some of which have nearly been forgotten. A prime example of this is the so-called torch sockets. These round holes that can be found near the entrance of several buildings in the old town confuse many people. Some think that they are some kind of umbrella stand, or maybe a place for cannon balls. However, their use is much more utilitarian. They were there to help put out torches before one would enter an enclosed and flammable building.  The easiest to find an example of these sockets is the market hall entrance on the old square, where they line the main gate entrance. But many more examples can be found.  ( 12 min )
    Kelly Slater Statue in Cocoa Beach, Florida
    Sculpted in bronze by Cocoa Beach artist Tasha Drazich and located at the north end of Downtown Cocoa Beach, where A1A splits, the Kelly Slater statue honors Florida's Space Coast hometown hero. Slater grew up in Cocoa Beach and learned to surf all along the Space Coast. Slater has won 11 world titles and is a point of pride in the Space Coast community. Slater is widely regarded as the greatest professional surfer of all time and holds 56 Championship Tour victories. Slater is also the oldest surfer still active in the World Surf League and won his eighth title at age 49. However, the statue is located along a highway median, not at the beach. There is a lot of talk locally to move the statue to somewhere with a crosswalk. There is parking on either side in parking lots, but visitors have to cross a two-lane highway.  ( 12 min )
    Sultan Al Kathiri Palace in Saywun, Yemen
    Seyun is one of the largest towns in Yemen's Hadhramaut region. Shibam, the city known for the high concentration of high-rise mud buildings, is a mere 20 kilometers away. While Seiyun may not have the iconic status that its neighboring city enjoys, it is home to one of the largest mud buildings in the world: the Sultan Al Kathiri Palace (aka Seyun Palace). This seven-story palace boasts a total of 45 rooms. Under the white coating is a structure built according to ancient mud-building techniques.  Although a much more ancient military structure existed on this site, the construction of the Sultan Al Kathiri Palace as it has survived into the 21st century was completed in the 1920s. The appellation Kathiri refers to the Sultanate of Kathiri, which began ruling this part of Hadhramaut in …  ( 13 min )
  • Open

    convection, granulation, stellar spectra
    I had a great and long conversation today with Maria Bergemann (MPIA) about building a model of a full stellar spectrum out of the models they build of small patches of stellar surface, with full 3D convection and full radiative transfer. Their models are sophisticated, and give a full spectrum in every direction from the surface patch. Thus we can integrate a set of patches into a surrogate combined spectrum for one rotating star covered in convecting patches. We discussed how we might do that, technically, and what projects we might then do with the output. What I want to do (yes, you guessed it) is build data-driven models of stellar granulation to improve radial-velocity surveys.  ( 14 min )
  • Open

    Five Strategies for Polishing Prose
    Refining Your Story So Its Inner Brilliance Shines Through  ( 16 min )
    3 Ways to Build an Audience for Next to Nothing
    You don’t need a massive marketing budget to reach readers Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 8 min )
    3 Steps to Carve Time for Writing When You’re Too Busy with Family and a Full-time Job
    It’s less about blocking time and more about integrating writing into your schedule Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »  ( 9 min )
  • Open

    Are You a Lucid Dreamer?
    A sleep researcher who studies what dreams can tell us about the possible onset of some mental disorders believes lucid dreamers might hold a lot of answers in their heads.
    Psychopathic Tendencies Help Some People Succeed in Business
    Traits in psychopaths may be present to some extent in all of us. New research is reframing this often maligned set of attributes and finding some positive twists
    City Sewers Can't Handle Climate Change's Intense Rains
    A Federal Emergency Management Agency analysis of New York City’s inadequate storm drainage system shows that many urban areas can’t handle more intense rainfall
    How a Doodler's Problem Sparked a Controversy in Math
    The twisty history and surprise ending of the four-color theorem saga
    'Man in the Moon' Older Than Scientists Thought
    Revisiting the precious lunar samples on Earth suggests that some areas of the moon’s surface might be older than scientists once thought
  • Open

    Superior School Board member facing two counts of election fraud
    Plus: Extreme heat expected in Minnesota this week; Canadian solar panel company expanding in Minnesota; Vikings' Jordan Addison said dog was having emergency when cited for reckless driving; and more.  ( 8 min )
    With marijuana legal soon, Minnesota cities race to enact limits on using it in public
    The Duluth City Council is scheduled to hear a proposal to ban marijuana smoking or vaping in city parks and along the Duluth Lakewalk. Detroit Lakes, Alexandria, Lakeville and West St. Paul are also considering limits.  ( 18 min )
    The two-party system has a hole in the middle
    Gallup polls have for 20 years consistently seen independent voters as almost half of those who turn out on Election Day.  ( 17 min )
    With a climate crisis and a housing crisis, why is Minneapolis regulating building material aesthetics?
    While it’s true that some types of texture and massing look “cheaper” than others, there are legitimate questions about whether or not newer building materials are more climate friendly and affordable than other materials.  ( 17 min )
    The creation of Minnesota’s Itasca State Park
    Efforts to preserve Lake Itasca led to contention with the lumber industry, public interests, and the politics that weaved between them.  ( 10 min )
    Inspired by crisis and controversy, Minnesota health orgs work to improve access to mental health care and reduce hospital stays
    About a year ago, mental health providers and hospital administrators started meeting weekly to find ways to reduce emergency department stays. They say changes are under way.  ( 22 min )
  • Open

    Australia fact of the day
    Health officials have “virtually” eliminated HIV transmission in parts of Sydney that were once the centre of the Australian Aids epidemic, raising hopes of conquering a disease that has killed more than 40mn people. HIV diagnoses in inner Sydney plunged 88 per cent from the 2008-12 average to just 11 cases last year, a decline […] The post Australia fact of the day appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to myst_05. The less HIV, the more monkeypox? by Steve Sailer In reply to bazza. So you're saying your mother knew her ... by So Much For Subtlety In reply to rayward. Is that really Ray praising how easy it ... by So Much For Subtlety In reply to bazza. There is no evidence of HIV transmission ... by So Much For Subtlety In reply to Random Walker. The kids in detroit are truly ... by Equestrian Plus 10 more... Related Stories Mental health and European economics departments How the NSF Moved Faster than the NIH During COVID-19 Against human-AI collaboration  ( 5 min )
    Monday assorted links
    1. Sensible talk from the Left about how little the Left is offering so many American men. 2. Where did our belief in abundance come from?  The Bible, no? 3. TC as Information Monster. 4. milky eggs on life extension.  I don’t endorse (or deny) any of that, but why not more discussion on pursuing […] The post Monday assorted links appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.         Comments In reply to Ben Smith. Fair, but, I also tend to think ... by Hazel Meade 1 any sociologist bodies remember these deep thoughts from 2021 ... by sisterogersintersectionalneighborhoodfilmreviews In reply to ralph. and the other thing I must point out in ... by ralph In reply to Billt. Correct, and if you remember the Odyssey, ... by Hazel Meade In reply to Ricardo. What kind of anarchist crankishness is ... by Cellador Plus 10 more...  ( 4 min )
  • Open

    A new dataset of Arctic images will spur artificial intelligence research
    The dataset, being collected as part of a US Coast Guard science mission, will be released open source to help advance naval mission planning and climate change studies.  ( 9 min )
  • Open

    The APEs Can Be Saved
    Also the Trump SPAC settles, Twitter = X and beer advertising is securities fraud.  ( 2 min )
  • Open

    Use of R in Non-Profit Social Policy Research in New York
    Dorota Rizik of the R Ladies New York recently talked to the R Consortium about the diverse R community in New York. She also discussed how her current job at... Continue reading: Use of R in Non-Profit Social Policy Research in New York  ( 13 min )
  • Open

    Meet the author who has published more than 500 letters to the editor in a year
    Hyperprolific authors have been drawing attention for some time. In 2018, for example, a Nature article reported that “thousands of scientists have published a paper every five days.” And earlier this year El Pais noted that a now-suspended scientist was publishing a paper every 37 hours. What about an author who publishes more than once … Continue reading Meet the author who has published more than 500 letters to the editor in a year  ( 10 min )
  • Open

    All 12 Christopher Nolan Movies Ranked From Worst To Best
    There is nothing quite like the anticipation of a new Christopher Nolan movie. A gifted storyteller with a knack for head-spinning narratives and maximalist spectacle, he’s one of the few contemporary directors who consistently turns original ideas into grand cinematic experiences that cry out to be watched on the biggest possible screen. His latest, a […]  ( 9 min )
  • Open

    Police Say Dogs Help Solve Crimes. Little Evidence Supports That.
    Supporters often invoke emotionally appealing anecdotes and common-sense assumptions. To critics, policing people with dogs not only lacks empirical and experimental validation, but also causes injuries sometimes so severe they require specialized trauma care not available in the emergency room.  ( 23 min )
  • Open

    Recently in the sister blog
    Scientific and folk theories of viral transmission: A comparison of COVID-19 and the common cold: Disease transmission is a fruitful domain in which to examine how scientific and folk theories interrelate, given laypeople’s access to multiple sources of information to … Continue reading →  ( 16 min )
  • Open

    ‘Download, Customize, Edit and Personalize.’
    Iconbuddy - 100K+ open source icons [sansaid]  ( 1 min )

  • Open

    I have been killing off the honeybee population and I have been doing a great job of it
    I have been killing off the honeybee population and I have been doing a great job of it
  • Open

    This quick and easy green bean side dish comes together in just minutes with the help of your broiler and some Spanish romesco sauce. https://www.seriouseats.com/dry-fried-green-beans-with-romesco-sauce?taid=6498d533b5f172000141089e&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    This quick and easy green bean side dish comes together in just minutes with the help of your broiler and some Spanish romesco sauce. seriouseats.com/dry-fried-gr…

  • Open

    there is a pattern here
    there is a pattern here
    Trump up 5, DeSantis down 9 since April NBC poll. The indictment does not appear to have hurt Trump among Republican voters — in fact if anything, it has helped!
    Trump up 5, DeSantis down 9 since April NBC poll. The indictment does not appear to have hurt Trump among Republican voters — in fact if anything, it has helped! nitter.net/SteveKornacki/status/1672952793970409473#m
  • Open

    Donald Trump isn't a traditional candidate. @amyewalter argues that it is harder for traditional polls or campaigns to find the most compelling case against him. https://www.cookpolitical.com/analysis/national/national-politics/why-2024-gop-primary-isnt-2016
    Donald Trump isn't a traditional candidate. @amyewalter argues that it is harder for traditional polls or campaigns to find the most compelling case against him. cookpolitical.com/analysis/n…
    In the battle for the Senate, Washington Republicans are touting wounded Army veteran Sam Brown as a top-tier recruit in Nevada. But in-state GOP operatives have lingering doubts, @JessicaTaylor writes. https://www.cookpolitical.com/analysis/senate/nevada-senate/national-gop-eyes-brown-nevada-senate-state-skepticism-lingers
    In the battle for the Senate, Washington Republicans are touting wounded Army veteran Sam Brown as a top-tier recruit in Nevada. But in-state GOP operatives have lingering doubts, @JessicaTaylor writes. cookpolitical.com/analysis/s…
    "The independents who will make the difference in this election are deeply conflicted." @CharlieCookDC explains what keeps them wavering: https://www.cookpolitical.com/analysis/national/national-politics/despite-his-legal-perils-trumps-standing-among-independents
    "The independents who will make the difference in this election are deeply conflicted." @CharlieCookDC explains what keeps them wavering: cookpolitical.com/analysis/n…
    The latest in our state-by-state House series is Iowa, where Republicans start as favorites in all four seats after a clean sweep in 2022. https://www.cookpolitical.com/analysis/house/iowa-house/2024-house-race-analysis-iowa
    The latest in our state-by-state House series is Iowa, where Republicans start as favorites in all four seats after a clean sweep in 2022. cookpolitical.com/analysis/h…
  • Open

    "i would rather eat bull shit than listen to "Mmmbop" " - DRIL
    "i would rather eat bull shit than listen to "Mmmbop" " - DRIL
    R to @dril: Put the ai in a room with me for two seconds and i will teach it true pain. I will have it eating treats out of my hand like a dog
    Put the ai in a room with me for two seconds and i will teach it true pain. I will have it eating treats out of my hand like a dog
    Seeing this shit made me so angry i kicked the space under my computer desk hard enough to make my penis flop out of my shorts .
    Seeing this shit made me so angry i kicked the space under my computer desk hard enough to make my penis flop out of my shorts . nitter.net/nypost/status/1672996211001896963#m
    my nephew has an entirely shaved head except for a "Rat tail" style hairstyle in the back. he is 7'1" & wide. he is wearing my Family Tuxedo
    my nephew has an entirely shaved head except for a "Rat tail" style hairstyle in the back. he is 7'1" & wide. he is wearing my Family Tuxedo
    does any one know any celebs whose time i can waste for 3 hours by letting my nephew pitch something called "NFT Marijuana" to them
    does any one know any celebs whose time i can waste for 3 hours by letting my nephew pitch something called "NFT Marijuana" to them
    they say we got to pay child support when i an on here every day supporting you god damn children with my insightful posts
    they say we got to pay child support when i an on here every day supporting you god damn children with my insightful posts
    toughguy quotes website
    toughguy quotes website
    i dont care if about Candy Crush. If you show it to me on your phone i will throw your phone in the garbage!!!
    i dont care if about Candy Crush. If you show it to me on your phone i will throw your phone in the garbage!!!
    "Hey I saw you form across the room and I wanted to say just this. Remember you are loved. You are important. You are God" - dr. House MD
    "Hey I saw you form across the room and I wanted to say just this. Remember you are loved. You are important. You are God" - dr. House MD
  • Open

    Think beyond seafood—creamy, tangy, and briny tartar sauce is good on so many things. https://www.seriouseats.com/tartar-sauce-recipe?taid=6498b90fb5f1720001410364&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Think beyond seafood—creamy, tangy, and briny tartar sauce is good on so many things. seriouseats.com/tartar-sauce…
    Versatile whipped feta cheese can be served as a dip, slathered on toasts and sandwiches, dolloped into soups, and more. https://www.seriouseats.com/whipped-feta-dip?taid=6498aae7aea4d200017cdb6f&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Versatile whipped feta cheese can be served as a dip, slathered on toasts and sandwiches, dolloped into soups, and more. seriouseats.com/whipped-feta…
    Chicken breast's tendency to dry out has given it a bad reputation. But cooked properly, it can be juicy and flavorful. Here's how to treat it right. https://www.seriouseats.com/chicken-breast-recipes?taid=64989cd4aea4d200017cd85b&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Chicken breast's tendency to dry out has given it a bad reputation. But cooked properly, it can be juicy and flavorful. Here's how to treat it right. seriouseats.com/chicken-brea…
    Skip the booze and cool off with these 17 nonalcoholic drink recipes. https://www.seriouseats.com/nonalcoholic-summer-drinks?taid=649880b6b021230001d20cdc&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Skip the booze and cool off with these 17 nonalcoholic drink recipes. seriouseats.com/nonalcoholic…
    Puffy yeast-raised pita bread, perfect for splitting and filling with your choice of ingredients, is easy to make at home. https://www.seriouseats.com/perfect-pita-bread-recipe?taid=649872a5b5f172000140f6fc&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Puffy yeast-raised pita bread, perfect for splitting and filling with your choice of ingredients, is easy to make at home. seriouseats.com/perfect-pita…
    You've got to try Spain's custardy, crunchy, and creamy way to turn toast into a decadent treat. https://www.seriouseats.com/torrijas-caramelizadas-spanish-french-toast?taid=6498567e3fba3a0001970df4&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    You've got to try Spain's custardy, crunchy, and creamy way to turn toast into a decadent treat. seriouseats.com/torrijas-car…
    Chicken piccata takes a beloved food—pan-fried chicken cutlets—and tops it with a simple but luxurious lemon-butter pan sauce. https://www.seriouseats.com/chicken-piccata-italian-fried-cutlet-recipe?taid=6498486c3fba3a0001970bc8&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Chicken piccata takes a beloved food—pan-fried chicken cutlets—and tops it with a simple but luxurious lemon-butter pan sauce. seriouseats.com/chicken-picc…
    Guasacaca is the Venezuelan answer to guacamole, but with a brighter, tangier flavor. https://www.seriouseats.com/guasacaca-recipe?taid=64982c5529f1610001794328&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Guasacaca is the Venezuelan answer to guacamole, but with a brighter, tangier flavor. seriouseats.com/guasacaca-re…
    What's the best substitute for buttermilk? We put a handful of common recommendations to the test. https://www.seriouseats.com/how-to-substitute-buttermilk?taid=649791a2b5f17200018b3a8c&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    What's the best substitute for buttermilk? We put a handful of common recommendations to the test. seriouseats.com/how-to-subst…
    From Korean fire chicken to Canadian poutine, our favorite snacks from around the world that are perfect for setting out for game day. https://www.seriouseats.com/savory-snacks-international?taid=649783a694a2e600017967bd&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    From Korean fire chicken to Canadian poutine, our favorite snacks from around the world that are perfect for setting out for game day. seriouseats.com/savory-snack…
  • Open

    Genuinely the first record my parents bought me 😀 “I never knew me a better time and I guess I never will”
    Genuinely the first record my parents bought me 😀 “I never knew me a better time and I guess I never will”
    RT by @SwissRamble: Enjoying Brandon Flowers with Elton John. #Glastonbury
    Enjoying Brandon Flowers with Elton John. #Glastonbury
    RT by @SwissRamble: Elton John, 1973
    Elton John, 1973
    Blown away by how good Chrissie Hynde sounded yesterday. Effortlessly cool ❤️
    Blown away by how good Chrissie Hynde sounded yesterday. Effortlessly cool ❤️
    I never knew that I needed Rick Astley and Blossoms covering The Smiths, but yesterday's set was absolutely joyous 👊
    I never knew that I needed Rick Astley and Blossoms covering The Smiths, but yesterday's set was absolutely joyous 👊
  • Open

    Two rival theories about the basis of perception went head-to-head in a series of neuroscience experiments, but advocates of the "losing" idea aren't conceding yet. https://scim.ag/37Q
    Two rival theories about the basis of perception went head-to-head in a series of neuroscience experiments, but advocates of the "losing" idea aren't conceding yet. scim.ag/37Q
    The idea behind thermal batteries is to feed surplus wind or solar electricity to a heating element, which boosts the temperature of a liquid metal bath or a graphite block to several thousand degrees. #ScienceMagArchives https://scim.ag/37K
    The idea behind thermal batteries is to feed surplus wind or solar electricity to a heating element, which boosts the temperature of a liquid metal bath or a graphite block to several thousand degrees. #ScienceMagArchives scim.ag/37K  ( 1 min )
    Bizarre six-legged creatures and other “surprising discoveries” are beginning to clarify evolution after the Biological Big Bang. https://scim.ag/37F
    Bizarre six-legged creatures and other “surprising discoveries” are beginning to clarify evolution after the Biological Big Bang. scim.ag/37F
    Soot from deadly Australian bushfires in 2019–20 may have tipped the world into a surprise La Niña. https://scim.ag/37z
    Soot from deadly Australian bushfires in 2019–20 may have tipped the world into a surprise La Niña. scim.ag/37z
  • Open

    A hybrid nanofiber gel described in @ScienceAdvances could act as an artificial scaffold for regenerating neural connections after spinal cord injury. https://scim.ag/37M
    A hybrid nanofiber gel described in @ScienceAdvances could act as an artificial scaffold for regenerating neural connections after spinal cord injury. scim.ag/37M
    Crops grown without sunlight could help feed astronauts bound for Mars, and someday supplement dinner plates on Earth. Learn more in this @NewsfromScience feature: https://scim.ag/37H
    Crops grown without sunlight could help feed astronauts bound for Mars, and someday supplement dinner plates on Earth. @NewsfromScience feature: scim.ag/37H
    Despite the importance of nonhuman primates, reference genomes have been sequenced in <10% of species. A new Science study presents high-quality reference genomes for 27 primate species, adding to available resources. https://scim.ag/37C #PrimateGenomes
    Despite the importance of nonhuman primates, reference genomes have been sequenced in <10% of species. scim.ag/37C #PrimateGenomes
  • Open

    David Wates has left Wycombe Wanderers after nine years to become Lead Physical Performance Coach @QPR Move reunites him with QPR boss Gareth Ainsworth, with whom he worked at Wycombe. #QPR https://trainingground.guru/bulletin-board
    David Wates has left Wycombe Wanderers after nine years to become Lead Physical Performance Coach @QPR #QPR trainingground.guru/bulletin…
    "I still get jokes about the Green Party thing, but I just lost faith in the two big parties. We lack leaders with empathy and emotional intelligence." Russell Martin https://trainingground.guru/articles/russell-martin-people,-purpose-(and-possession)-at-mk-dons
    "I still get jokes about the Green Party thing, but I just lost faith in the two big parties. We lack leaders with empathy and emotional intelligence." trainingground.guru/articles…
    Good message for Southampton fans here... "The more hard times you’ve been through, the more potential for beauty" ~ Russell Martin https://trainingground.guru/articles/russell-martin-people,-purpose-(and-possession)-at-mk-dons
    Good message for Southampton fans here... trainingground.guru/articles…
    "It started by reading this book (The Buddha, Geoff and Me), which is about a guy who’s at a low point and meets Geoff. No-one would realise that Geoff practices Buddhism - he smokes, he drinks and is just a good guy." Russell Martin #SaintsFC https://trainingground.guru/articles/russell-martin-people,-purpose-(and-possession)-at-mk-dons
    "It started by reading this book (The Buddha, Geoff and Me), which is about a guy who’s at a low point and meets Geoff. No-one would realise that Geoff practices Buddhism - he smokes, he drinks and is just a good guy." #SaintsFC trainingground.guru/articles…
    RT by @ground_guru: There’s a time we all have in our careers where you need someone to come off a bench and give you some help…slightly more difficult when you are on a public stage but how wonderful to see so many people step in to help 👌
    There’s a time we all have in our careers where you need someone to come off a bench and give you some help…slightly more difficult when you are on a public stage but how wonderful to see so many people step in to help 👌 nitter.net/BBCR1/status/1672738119064645632#m
  • Open

    tmblr.co/ZuM2Kye1orXOam00
    tmblr.co/ZuM2Kye1orXOam00
  • Open

    Assuming the misconduct accusations in the "LLM aces MIT paper" are true, why does MIT allow so many dodgy clout chasers to be adjunct faculty?
    Assuming the misconduct accusations in the "LLM aces MIT paper" are true, why does MIT allow so many dodgy clout chasers to be adjunct faculty?  ( 1 min )
  • Open

    Import coffee prices declined 2.6 percent for year ended May 2023, following large increases https://www.bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/import-coffee-prices-declined-2-6-percent-for-year-ended-may-2023-following-large-increases.htm #BLSdata
    Import coffee prices declined 2.6 percent for year ended May 2023, following large increases bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/import… #BLSdata
    There are projected to be 146,400 librarians in the year 2031! Stop by our booth today at #ALAAC23 to learn more about our career resources or check out our Occupational Outlook Handbook at https://www.bls.gov/ooh/education-training-and-library/librarians.htm#tab-1
    There are projected to be 146,400 librarians in the year 2031! Stop by our booth today at #ALAAC23 to learn more about our career resources or check out our Occupational Outlook Handbook at bls.gov/ooh/education-traini…
  • Open

    RT by @tetraduzione: VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR #COLT2023 many authors are not able to make it to this year's COLT due to visa issues. as we are trying to avoid virtual presentations, these authors need to find someone who can present their talks / posters. pls sign up if you can help!!
    VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR #COLT2023 many authors are not able to make it to this year's COLT due to visa issues. as we are trying to avoid virtual presentations, these authors need to find someone who can present their talks / posters. pls sign up if you can help!!
    "And no, GPT-4 cannot get an MIT degree"
    "And no, GPT-4 cannot get an MIT degree" nitter.net/sauhaarda/status/1672714475659722754#m
  • Open

    The greyhound racing industry has been implicated in the rise of drug resistance in hookworms—which can infect dogs and humans https://trib.al/fVyoe2Y
    The greyhound racing industry has been implicated in the rise of drug resistance in hookworms—which can infect dogs and humans trib.al/fVyoe2Y
  • Open

    Get your tickets!! We are on our way!! @OldNatlCentre @LennyMarcusNYC @CookieHull it’s a stone cold blast!!
    Get your tickets!! We are on our way!! @OldNatlCentre @LennyMarcusNYC @CookieHull it’s a stone cold blast!!
  • Open

    RT by @OptaAnalyst: Bruno Fernandes led the Premier League for: 🧙‍♂️ Chances created 🥅 xG assisted 🤝 Chances created for a specific teammate But he 'only' ended up with eight assists. So... 𝐀𝐫𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐧 𝐔𝐭𝐝 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐁𝐫𝐮𝐧𝐨 𝐅𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐬? ✍️ @RyanRyanBenson
    Bruno Fernandes led the Premier League for: @RyanRyanBenson  ( 1 min )
  • Open

    RT by @pixelatedboat: Thanks Elon, really great stuff
    Thanks Elon, really great stuff

  • Open

    Talk about throwing someone under the bus! Even the non-godfathers of AI are at war.
    Talk about throwing someone under the bus! Even the non-godfathers of AI are at war. nitter.net/NeilDeshmukh/status/1672714015133544449#m
    The godfathers of AI have always been at war. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mlXzufEk-2E
    The godfathers of AI have always been at war. piped.video/watch?v=mlXzufEk…
  • Open

    Brewing hot drip coffee directly onto ice is one of the best ways to make iced coffee, and it couldn't be easier. https://www.seriouseats.com/japanese-style-iced-coffee?taid=6497677f94a2e60001796221&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Brewing hot drip coffee directly onto ice is one of the best ways to make iced coffee, and it couldn't be easier. seriouseats.com/japanese-sty…
    While often made with pork, the French spread called rillettes is even more elegant (and easy) to make with salmon. https://www.seriouseats.com/salmon-rillettes-recipe?taid=6497597494a2e6000179602e&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    While often made with pork, the French spread called rillettes is even more elegant (and easy) to make with salmon. seriouseats.com/salmon-rille…
    Our favorite tips for elevating boxed brownies to a level you didn’t even think was possible. https://www.seriouseats.com/how-to-make-box-brownies-better-7229778?taid=64974b5929f161000179248a&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Our favorite tips for elevating boxed brownies to a level you didn’t even think was possible. seriouseats.com/how-to-make-…
    These thin and lacy cookies are oh-so-slightly crisp around the edges, with chewy middles that are nutty and rich. https://www.seriouseats.com/lacy-brown-butter-and-ricotta-cookies?taid=64972f3a29f1610001791d9b&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    These thin and lacy cookies are oh-so-slightly crisp around the edges, with chewy middles that are nutty and rich. seriouseats.com/lacy-brown-b…
    Queso fresco is a delicious, milky, fresh cheese that is a breeze to make. It doesn't melt, so it's a great cheese for grilling in cubes or slices, and is awesome crumbled over soups or salads. https://www.seriouseats.com/queso-fresco-easy-cheese-recipe?taid=64972138aea4d200017c7751&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Queso fresco is a delicious, milky, fresh cheese that is a breeze to make. It doesn't melt, so it's a great cheese for grilling in cubes or slices, and is awesome crumbled over soups or salads. seriouseats.com/queso-fresco…
    Peeling and slicing mangoes can be tricky: They're slippery, the pit is awkward, and the skin doesn't want to peel from the fruit easily. Here's the best way to do it neatly. https://www.seriouseats.com/how-to-cut-a-mango?taid=6497050fb021230001d1c93f&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Peeling and slicing mangoes can be tricky: They're slippery, the pit is awkward, and the skin doesn't want to peel from the fruit easily. Here's the best way to do it neatly. seriouseats.com/how-to-cut-a…
    This is how you make fettuccine Alfredo like the Romans. It's an incredibly simple and quick dish with only a few key ingredients: pasta, butter, and cheese. https://www.seriouseats.com/fettuccine-alfredo-sauce-italian-pasta-recipe?taid=6496f6f93fba3a0001604875&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    This is how you make fettuccine Alfredo like the Romans. It's an incredibly simple and quick dish with only a few key ingredients: pasta, butter, and cheese. seriouseats.com/fettuccine-a…
    Here’s why we seriously advise against bamboo cutting boards—and what to buy instead (with tested recommendations). https://www.seriouseats.com/are-bamboo-cutting-boards-good-7511304?taid=6496dadcb021230001d1ba95&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Here’s why we seriously advise against bamboo cutting boards—and what to buy instead (with tested recommendations). seriouseats.com/are-bamboo-c…
    An improved setup for skewers brings these grilled wings closer to the heat, while a marinade based on Turkish hot pepper paste infuses them with roasted-chili flavor. https://www.seriouseats.com/grilled-turkish-wings-recipe?taid=6496402294a2e600019fd4f7&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    An improved setup for skewers brings these grilled wings closer to the heat, while a marinade based on Turkish hot pepper paste infuses them with roasted-chili flavor. seriouseats.com/grilled-turk…
  • Open

    Prigozhin is going to Belarus, where he will live on a big farm in the country and play all day with the other hot dog salesmen.
    Prigozhin is going to Belarus, where he will live on a big farm in the country and play all day with the other hot dog salesmen. nitter.net/DanielBerman2/status/1672702894523535361#m
    RT by @losthunderlads: All crime is legal 6pm - 8am.
    All crime is legal 6pm - 8am.
    tmblr.co/ZuM2Kye1UF60Ki00
    tmblr.co/ZuM2Kye1UF60Ki00
    Galeev rises to the occasion, as we all knew he would:
    Galeev rises to the occasion, as we all knew he would: nitter.net/kamilkazani/status/1672587528413519872#m
    RT by @losthunderlads: Cable networks: I’m a longtime Russia & Ukraine expert available for interviews. Sample opinion: “This shit is seriously fucked up, there’s no telling what is going to happen, that’s for fucking sure.”
    Cable networks: I’m a longtime Russia & Ukraine expert available for interviews. Sample opinion: “This shit is seriously fucked up, there’s no telling what is going to happen, that’s for fucking sure.”
    RT by @losthunderlads: You’re laughing? A bald hot dog salesman named Yevgeny who’s also a billionaire is trying to kill a slightly less bald billionaire he used to work for with a 25,000-man mercenary force and you’re laughing?
    You’re laughing? A bald hot dog salesman named Yevgeny who’s also a billionaire is trying to kill a slightly less bald billionaire he used to work for with a 25,000-man mercenary force and you’re laughing?
    RT by @losthunderlads: the classic "hot dog salesman to supermarket mogul to mercenary army" arc
    the classic "hot dog salesman to supermarket mogul to mercenary army" arc
    I sampled some RC Cola a few weeks ago. It wasn't bad, but I will always be a Protestant.
    I sampled some RC Cola a few weeks ago. It wasn't bad, but I will always be a Protestant. nitter.net/Super70sSports/status/1672392725222637569#m
  • Open

    Scientists have delineated how a biochemical modification enables macrophages to neutralize and clear out the bacterium responsible for #tuberculosis–a discovery that could facilitate therapeutic research for this widespread health burden. @SciSignal https://scim.ag/37y
    Scientists have delineated how a biochemical modification enables macrophages to neutralize and clear out the bacterium responsible for #tuberculosis–a discovery that could facilitate therapeutic research for this widespread health burden. @SciSignal scim.ag/37y
    "Absurd statements … are a trap for scientists." Scientists shouldn’t debate gaslighters, argues @hholdenthorp in a new Editor's Blog post. https://scim.ag/37t
    "Absurd statements … are a trap for scientists." @hholdenthorp in a new Editor's Blog post. scim.ag/37t
    Artificial light at night has variable and complex impacts on plants and animals, disrupting entire ecosystems, according to a new #ScienceReview. https://scim.ag/37k #LightPollution
    Artificial light at night has variable and complex impacts on plants and animals, disrupting entire ecosystems, according to a new #ScienceReview. scim.ag/37k #LightPollution
    New @SciSignal research in rodents deciphers how infections with #SARSCoV2 in the lungs generate systemic antiviral responses—and suggests that these responses may help limit the virus from spreading to other organs. #COVID19 https://scim.ag/37f
    New @SciSignal research in rodents deciphers how infections with #SARSCoV2 in the lungs generate systemic antiviral responses—and suggests that these responses may help limit the virus from spreading to other organs. #COVID19 scim.ag/37f
    Rats enjoy music at the same beat as humans, according to a @ScienceAdvances study, hinting at inherent neural processing across species. Learn more: https://scim.ag/37d
    Rats enjoy music at the same beat as humans, according to a @ScienceAdvances study, hinting at inherent neural processing across species. scim.ag/37d
  • Open

    Last year, a seagrass meadow stemming from a single hybrid plant extended its reach across more than 180 kilometers—an area the size of Washington, D.C. #ScienceMagArchives https://scim.ag/37v
    Last year, a seagrass meadow stemming from a single hybrid plant extended its reach across more than 180 kilometers—an area the size of Washington, D.C. #ScienceMagArchives scim.ag/37v
    A technique based on #AI can translate brain scans into words and sentences. https://scim.ag/37q
    A technique based on #AI can translate brain scans into words and sentences. scim.ag/37q
    An analysis of the oldest human remains found in Puerto Rico shed light on the lives and rituals of the island’s early inhabitants. https://scim.ag/37h
    An analysis of the oldest human remains found in Puerto Rico shed light on the lives and rituals of the island’s early inhabitants. scim.ag/37h
    The discovery may explain how the widespread soil-dwelling microorganisms, which otherwise rely on an exhausting wriggle to move, ended up around the world today. https://scim.ag/37g
    The discovery may explain how the widespread soil-dwelling microorganisms, which otherwise rely on an exhausting wriggle to move, ended up around the world today. scim.ag/37g
    A new survey shows few societies are pulling out of U.S. states affected by abortion bans and anti-LGBTQ+ laws, but many are implementing safety measures for their members. https://scim.ag/37e
    A new survey shows few societies are pulling out of U.S. states affected by abortion bans and anti-LGBTQ+ laws, but many are implementing safety measures for their members. scim.ag/37e
    Surgeon Paolo Macchiarini, who was once hailed as a pioneer of stem cell medicine, was found guilty of gross assault against three of his patients today and sentenced to 2 years and 6 months in prison by an appeals court in Stockholm. https://scim.ag/37c
    Surgeon Paolo Macchiarini, who was once hailed as a pioneer of stem cell medicine, was found guilty of gross assault against three of his patients today and sentenced to 2 years and 6 months in prison by an appeals court in Stockholm. scim.ag/37c
  • Open

    Heat waves kill more people than any other type of severe weather in the U.S. And climate change is making them more frequent and unpredictable https://trib.al/gaAMMXn
    Heat waves kill more people than any other type of severe weather in the U.S. And climate change is making them more frequent and unpredictable trib.al/gaAMMXn
    To better understand early pregnancy loss without using actual human embryos, scientists employed stem cells to create models that mimic this stage of development https://trib.al/myjLXAa
    To better understand early pregnancy loss without using actual human embryos, scientists employed stem cells to create models that mimic this stage of development trib.al/myjLXAa
    It takes a lot of water and energy to make negronis, manhattans and margaritas. Could we do with less ice? https://trib.al/aAI30uz
    It takes a lot of water and energy to make negronis, manhattans and margaritas. Could we do with less ice? trib.al/aAI30uz
    Physicists knew black holes eventually disappear particle by particle. Now they think everything else does, too https://trib.al/Bbb2hPY
    Physicists knew black holes eventually disappear particle by particle. Now they think everything else does, too trib.al/Bbb2hPY
    Experts explain why tick-borne illnesses are increasing in the U.S. and offer tips to prevent bites https://trib.al/8XOA57P
    Experts explain why tick-borne illnesses are increasing in the U.S. and offer tips to prevent bites trib.al/8XOA57P
    The Supreme Court decision that overturned Roe v. Wade is impacting health care well beyond abortion in states that have banned the practice https://trib.al/PouousS
    The Supreme Court decision that overturned Roe v. Wade is impacting health care well beyond abortion in states that have banned the practice trib.al/PouousS
    Gas stoves pollute homes with benzene, emitting more of the known carcinogen than present in secondhand smoke, according to a new study. https://trib.al/JO1HH5U
    Gas stoves pollute homes with benzene, emitting more of the known carcinogen than present in secondhand smoke, according to a new study. trib.al/JO1HH5U
    Nearly 100 years ago a young astronomer named Cecilia Payne changed the way we see the stars in the sky because she was able to look into their burning heart and see something no one else ever had https://trib.al/IN4tlA6
    Nearly 100 years ago a young astronomer named Cecilia Payne changed the way we see the stars in the sky because she was able to look into their burning heart and see something no one else ever had trib.al/IN4tlA6
    Magnetic fields help to explain why some stars are spinning more slowly than astronomers thought they should https://trib.al/rpY5qku
    Magnetic fields help to explain why some stars are spinning more slowly than astronomers thought they should trib.al/rpY5qku
    The coin rotation paradox flummoxed SAT test writers even though we encounter this math problem every day https://trib.al/2Q1ygVQ
    The coin rotation paradox flummoxed SAT test writers even though we encounter this math problem every day trib.al/2Q1ygVQ
    Your body has a secret cooling method, and scientists explain how to use it https://trib.al/dtN3TgR
    Your body has a secret cooling method, and scientists explain how to use it trib.al/dtN3TgR
    Researchers found high levels of the carcinogen benzene in California and Colorado homes that used gas stoves https://trib.al/zpSs1di
    Researchers found high levels of the carcinogen benzene in California and Colorado homes that used gas stoves trib.al/zpSs1di
    The drug metformin cut long COVID risk by 41 percent in both people who were overweight and those with obesity. https://trib.al/pp7M4ta
    The drug metformin cut long COVID risk by 41 percent in both people who were overweight and those with obesity. trib.al/pp7M4ta
  • Open

    people who take loud facetime calls in the subway deserve to be put in the titan submersible
    people who take loud facetime calls in the subway deserve to be put in the titan submersible
    R to @gelliottmorris: that is, of course, if you’re trying to be a huge nerd about this. in reality it’s simply just wise not to get in a submersible tube controlled by a fucking video game controller
    that is, of course, if you’re trying to be a huge nerd about this. in reality it’s simply just wise not to get in a submersible tube controlled by a fucking video game controller
    R to @gelliottmorris: scenario is $1bn upon resurfacing. we play the odds by assuming the worst-case scenario (death): titan had been to the titanic 3 times, so you have a 3/4 chance of getting $1bn and a 1/4 chance of being crushed to death, conditional on failure. it is not logical to take the risk
    scenario is $1bn upon resurfacing. we play the odds by assuming the worst-case scenario (death): titan had been to the titanic 3 times, so you have a 3/4 chance of getting $1bn and a 1/4 chance of being crushed to death, conditional on failure. it is not logical to take the risk
    R to @gelliottmorris: [amount of happiness i could buy with a billion dollars relative to happiness today] < [amount of happiness i would lose by being crushed to death by approx. 400 atm of pressure]
    [amount of happiness i could buy with a billion dollars relative to happiness today] < [amount of happiness i would lose by being crushed to death by approx. 400 atm of pressure]
    you could not have paid me enough money to go in the titanic sub
    you could not have paid me enough money to go in the titanic sub
  • Open

    Women in Engineering: giving Porsche 911s the ‘ultimate’ makeover https://go.nature.com/3NI8uKf
    Women in Engineering: giving Porsche 911s the ‘ultimate’ makeover go.nature.com/3NI8uKf
    Health-equity work requires thinking about strengths and assets instead of just disadvantages, says @DrAlethaMaybank https://go.nature.com/3qZfR84
    Health-equity work requires thinking about strengths and assets instead of just disadvantages, says @DrAlethaMaybank go.nature.com/3qZfR84
    Women in engineering: using hydrology to manage Jordan’s scarce water https://go.nature.com/46dLP0J
    Women in engineering: using hydrology to manage Jordan’s scarce water go.nature.com/46dLP0J
  • Open

    We just landed in Nashville!! What here in your city!! Come through tonight at the Polk Theater at 7pm!
    We just landed in Nashville!! What here in your city!! Come through tonight at the Polk Theater at 7pm!
  • Open

    RT by @OptaAnalyst: Best Free Transfers The end of June is approaching, which means all over Europe, players are nearing the end of their contracts. We picked 11 of the best options that your club could sign for nothing this summer. 🆓🆓🆓 https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/11-best-players-available-free-transfer-2023/
    Best Free Transfers theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/11…  ( 1 min )
    Transfer Questions — How to replace Rice and Kane? — Who should Man Utd sign at centre-back? — Is Tonali good value for Newcastle? We used our Opta Player Radars to find out ⬇️ https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/opta-player-radars-answering-five-questions/
    Transfer Questions theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/op…
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: Why Everyone Wants Moises Caicedo 💰 🔵 Outstanding defensive numbers 🔵 Press resistant on the ball 🔵 A box-to-box machine We profile one of the most sought-after Premier League midfielders 📊👇
    Why Everyone Wants Moises Caicedo 💰 🔵 Outstanding defensive numbers 🔵 Press resistant on the ball 🔵 A box-to-box machine We profile one of the most sought-after Premier League midfielders 📊👇
    Bayern Munich are apparently going striker shopping this summer in an attempt to finally replace the goals of Robert Lewandowski. 💶⚽️ ✍️@DavidSegar_ has taken a look at the forwards being linked to see who might be the best fit at the Allianz Arena. https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/which-striker-should-bayern-sign-to-replace-lewandowski/
    Bayern Munich are apparently going striker shopping this summer in an attempt to finally replace the goals of Robert Lewandowski. 💶⚽️ @DavidSegar_ has taken a look at the forwards being linked to see who might be the best fit at the Allianz Arena. theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/wh…
    ✅ Overperformance compared to xG in attack ✅ Overperformance compared to XGOT in defence ✅ Second-oldest average starting XI in the Premier League last season Is what Marco Silva is doing at Fulham sustainable? https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/marco-silva-fulham-overperforming-ageing-sustainable/
    ✅ Overperformance compared to xG in attack theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/ma…
  • Open

    Catch up on all the new #BLSdata and publications that came out this week! https://www.bls.gov/opub/update.htm
    Catch up on all the new #BLSdata and publications that came out this week! bls.gov/opub/update.htm
    Ready to see our new set of posters for educators? Stop by our booth at #ALAAC23 for a special preview! What occupations do you think were featured for Social Studies, Reading, and Math classroom? Hint: https://www.bls.gov/k12/students/careers/career-exploration.htm
    Ready to see our new set of posters for educators? Stop by our booth at #ALAAC23 for a special preview! What occupations do you think were featured for Social Studies, Reading, and Math classroom? Hint: bls.gov/k12/students/careers…
  • Open

    Saw Tom Grennan live in a small club in Zürich three months ago. Great to see him absolutely killing it at Glasto 👊
    Saw Tom Grennan live in a small club in Zürich three months ago. Great to see him absolutely killing it at Glasto 👊
  • Open

    RT by @pixelatedboat: it’s really good that twitter is killing beloved bot accounts like possum every hour but is keeping those shitty pepe meme ai text bots. i think that’s actually awesome
    it’s really good that twitter is killing beloved bot accounts like possum every hour but is keeping those shitty pepe meme ai text bots. i think that’s actually awesome
    R to @pixelatedboat:
    No content preview
    If you can get an invite, come over to bluesky. It’s like twitter except they don’t make you look at this shit
    If you can get an invite, come over to bluesky. It’s like twitter except they don’t make you look at this shit
  • Open

    RT by @tetraduzione: "LLM understands X" is very different from: "LLM can answer correctly some questions that involve X" which is in turn very different from: "with the right prompt we can get the LLM to answer correctly some questions that involve X"
    "LLM understands X" is very different from: "LLM can answer correctly some questions that involve X" which is in turn very different from: "with the right prompt we can get the LLM to answer correctly some questions that involve X"
  • Open

    prison games
    prison games
    R to @dril: let it roll
    let it roll
    putin has pooped the wrong diaper
    putin has pooped the wrong diaper  ( 1 min )
    "they already found the submarine" They found a false submarine
    "they already found the submarine" They found a false submarine  ( 1 min )
    "you post about girls asses while people are dying in a submarine. Really normal" i will post about Girls asses as the sun engulfs the earth
    "you post about girls asses while people are dying in a submarine. Really normal" i will post about Girls asses as the sun engulfs the earth  ( 1 min )
    if cheese cake factory did not want me crusing for girls asses they would not have put the wine bar in there
    if cheese cake factory did not want me crusing for girls asses they would not have put the wine bar in there
  • Open

    Wagner did what?!
    Wagner did what?!

  • Open

    RT by @pixelatedboat: I really want everyone to pivot back from video. I fucking hate video. Do not ever make me watch a video just to obtain information. Making me watch a video instead of giving me text I can read is an act of violence against me specifically. When will it end.
    I really want everyone to pivot back from video. I fucking hate video. Do not ever make me watch a video just to obtain information. Making me watch a video instead of giving me text I can read is an act of violence against me specifically. When will it end.
  • Open

    end of an era! good mems
    end of an era! good mems
  • Open

    Exclusive: Scientists at the Wuhan Institute of Virology are denying anonymous reports in the media that they were the first #COVID19 patients. https://scim.ag/37b
    Exclusive: Scientists at the Wuhan Institute of Virology are denying anonymous reports in the media that they were the first #COVID19 patients. scim.ag/37b
    Scientists have discovered a marine organism that’s not just invulnerable to microplastics, it may have a way to eliminate them—literally. https://scim.ag/37a
    Scientists have discovered a marine organism that’s not just invulnerable to microplastics, it may have a way to eliminate them—literally. scim.ag/37a
    An MIT class exercise shows how easily #AI tools can be used to order a bioweapon. https://scim.ag/377
    An MIT class exercise shows how easily #AI tools can be used to order a bioweapon. scim.ag/377
    Humans have long seen themselves mirrored in other primates, with apes’ social behavior and cognitive abilities shedding light on our own. Now, two international teams have stared deeper into the mirror. https://scim.ag/374
    Humans have long seen themselves mirrored in other primates, with apes’ social behavior and cognitive abilities shedding light on our own. scim.ag/374
    University officials are hoping Air Force’s initial 5-year, $90 million investment will help Howard become the first historically Black institution to ascend to the top ranks of the nation’s research universities. https://scim.ag/36Z
    University officials are hoping Air Force’s initial 5-year, $90 million investment will help Howard become the first historically Black institution to ascend to the top ranks of the nation’s research universities. scim.ag/36Z
    A new technique used to pick up ripples from nuclear blasts could also monitor earthquakes and eruptions. https://scim.ag/36P
    A new technique used to pick up ripples from nuclear blasts could also monitor earthquakes and eruptions. scim.ag/36P
    “It's a real feat of biological engineering.” #ScienceMagArchives https://scim.ag/36L
    “It's a real feat of biological engineering.” #ScienceMagArchives scim.ag/36L
    A new study suggests fear of society’s downfall stems from negative media and biased memory. https://scim.ag/36E
    A new study suggests fear of society’s downfall stems from negative media and biased memory. scim.ag/36E
    RT by @NewsfromScience: A compound in jagua fruit called genipin reacts with glycine to form a long, stable polymer that creates a coveted blue. Learn more in this @NewsfromScience feature: https://scim.ag/36A
    A compound in jagua fruit called genipin reacts with glycine to form a long, stable polymer that creates a coveted blue. @NewsfromScience feature: scim.ag/36A
    The scalloped hammerhead may be the only fish to employ this strategy during deep dives, keeping chilly water out of its body. https://scim.ag/36w
    The scalloped hammerhead may be the only fish to employ this strategy during deep dives, keeping chilly water out of its body. scim.ag/36w
  • Open

    Research shows that disrupting the body's circadian rhythm raises cancer risk, and resetting it may bring that risk down https://trib.al/jvJMC2e
    Research shows that disrupting the body's circadian rhythm raises cancer risk, and resetting it may bring that risk down trib.al/jvJMC2e
    Observations from the James Webb Space Telescope suggest that TRAPPIST-1 c, the second world in a seven-planet system, lacks an atmosphere https://trib.al/xPe1kvo
    Observations from the James Webb Space Telescope suggest that TRAPPIST-1 c, the second world in a seven-planet system, lacks an atmosphere trib.al/xPe1kvo
    Record ocean temperatures in the Atlantic are causing storms to form much farther east than usual https://trib.al/YZ5HjRW
    Record ocean temperatures in the Atlantic are causing storms to form much farther east than usual trib.al/YZ5HjRW
    The Supreme Court decision that overturned Roe v. Wade is impacting health care well beyond abortion in states that have banned the practice https://trib.al/ZmTyQkv
    The Supreme Court decision that overturned Roe v. Wade is impacting health care well beyond abortion in states that have banned the practice trib.al/ZmTyQkv
    RT by @sciam: In my latest for @sciam, I look into the National Bridge Inventory database to answer the question: “Where are the worst bridges in the U.S.?”
    In my latest for @sciam, I look into the National Bridge Inventory database to answer the question: “Where are the worst bridges in the U.S.?” nitter.net/sciam/status/1672228008776826881#m
  • Open

    📨 Get the world of science delivered to your inbox every weekday. #ScienceAdviser is launching soon, featuring news and research, exclusive reporting and analysis, editor’s curation of recommended reading, and revolving daily segments. http://scim.ag/ScienceAdviser #newsletter
    📨 Get the world of science delivered to your inbox every weekday. #ScienceAdviser is launching soon, featuring news and research, exclusive reporting and analysis, editor’s curation of recommended reading, and revolving daily segments. scim.ag/ScienceAdviser #newsletter
    Honey bees perfect their waggle dances by learning from their elders. 🐝 Learn more during #NationalPollinatorsMonth. https://scim.ag/373
    Honey bees perfect their waggle dances by learning from their elders. 🐝 #NationalPollinatorsMonth. scim.ag/373
    Lunge feeding—a common foraging technique of humpbacks and other rorqual whales characterized by rapid underwater lunges to capture dense patches of prey—is energy efficient even when prey is sparse, according to a new analysis in @ScienceAdvances. https://scim.ag/36W
    Lunge feeding—a common foraging technique of humpbacks and other rorqual whales characterized by rapid underwater lunges to capture dense patches of prey—is energy efficient even when prey is sparse, according to a new analysis in @ScienceAdvances. scim.ag/36W
    How does a mussel shell open and shut easily and without damage for hundreds of thousands of cycles during the bivalve’s lifetime? The answer lies in a combination of design and materials that resist brittle fracture over time, a new Science study finds. https://scim.ag/36O
    How does a mussel shell open and shut easily and without damage for hundreds of thousands of cycles during the bivalve’s lifetime? scim.ag/36O
    Scientists have uncovered how the spatial arrangement of the kinase PDK1 shapes its substrate specificity—a finding that could inform methods to selectively manipulate PDK1 to target cancer and other disorders. #Biochemistry @SciSignal https://scim.ag/36D
    Scientists have uncovered how the spatial arrangement of the kinase PDK1 shapes its substrate specificity—a finding that could inform methods to selectively manipulate PDK1 to target cancer and other disorders. #Biochemistry @SciSignal scim.ag/36D
    RT by @ScienceMagazine: Our work on perforin-2, a pore-forming protein expressed by #DendriticCells to deliver antigens into the cytosol during #CrossPresentation is now out in @ScienceMagazine https://science.org/doi/10.1126/science.adg8802… Huge amount of work from Pablo, in collaboration with @laub_marco & @Pati_Krawczyk
    Our work on perforin-2, a pore-forming protein expressed by #DendriticCells to deliver antigens into the cytosol during #CrossPresentation is now out in @ScienceMagazine science.org/doi/10.1126/scie…… @laub_marco & @Pati_Krawczyk
    RT by @ScienceMagazine: Excited to have our latest paper published in @ScienceMagazine. A huge advantage of a 15+ year field experiment is being able to explore treatment effects as background conditions are themselves changing with ongoing climate change.
    Excited to have our latest paper published in @ScienceMagazine. A huge advantage of a 15+ year field experiment is being able to explore treatment effects as background conditions are themselves changing with ongoing climate change. nitter.net/ScienceMagazine/status/1671986471325007872#m
    RT by @ScienceMagazine: Today, @Abebab & I have a piece out in @ScienceMagazine on how AI can distort human beliefs. We discuss how psychology interacts with generative AI in problematic ways. 🧵 https://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/science.adi0248
    Today, @Abebab & I have a piece out in @ScienceMagazine on how AI can distort human beliefs. We discuss how psychology interacts with generative AI in problematic ways. 🧵 science.org/doi/10.1126/scie…
    RT by @ScienceMagazine: New in @sciencemagazine 📣 Muskoxen and caribou slow tundra diversity decline associated with diminishing Arctic sea ice extent during a 15 years period. Led by Eric Post🌟 http://scim.ag/36d
    New in @sciencemagazine 📣 scim.ag/36d
  • Open

    Video
    No content preview  ( 1 min )
  • Open

    Books in brief: The ocean’s engine, and the science of reading https://go.nature.com/3CJeflz
    Books in brief: The ocean’s engine, and the science of reading go.nature.com/3CJeflz
    Update: The FDA has now approved the first gene therapy for Duschenne muscular dystrophy for children aged four and five https://go.nature.com/3NrvzjQ
    Update: The FDA has now approved the first gene therapy for Duschenne muscular dystrophy for children aged four and five go.nature.com/3NrvzjQ
    Women diagnosed since 2010 have a much lower risk of dying from breast cancer than those diagnosed in the 1990s https://go.nature.com/46ijRko
    Women diagnosed since 2010 have a much lower risk of dying from breast cancer than those diagnosed in the 1990s go.nature.com/46ijRko
    Underwater volcano triggered the most intense lightning ever recorded https://go.nature.com/3NnUkxF
    Underwater volcano triggered the most intense lightning ever recorded go.nature.com/3NnUkxF
    Methods inspired by the Japanese paper art kirigami help to create a textile that moves with the body https://go.nature.com/3JmwAbS
    Methods inspired by the Japanese paper art kirigami help to create a textile that moves with the body go.nature.com/3JmwAbS
    Nature research paper: Physiology and diseases of tissue-resident macrophages https://go.nature.com/3NmIN1m
    Nature research paper: Physiology and diseases of tissue-resident macrophages go.nature.com/3NmIN1m
    Nature research paper: Single-cell quantification of ribosome occupancy in early mouse development https://go.nature.com/42QtuDV
    Nature research paper: Single-cell quantification of ribosome occupancy in early mouse development go.nature.com/42QtuDV
    Research briefing: Cholesterol can make surfaces non-stick https://go.nature.com/43XWH1i
    Research briefing: Cholesterol can make surfaces non-stick go.nature.com/43XWH1i
  • Open

    Join us in Chicago, IL for the @ALA Conferences 2023 Annual Meeting! Visit our booth, number 1518, in the exhibit hall starting today at 5:30 PM to learn more about #BLSData!
    Join us in Chicago, IL for the @ALA Conferences 2023 Annual Meeting! Visit our booth, number 1518, in the exhibit hall starting today at 5:30 PM to learn more about #BLSData!
    Import coffee prices declined 2.6 percent for year ended May 2023, following large increases https://www.bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/import-coffee-prices-declined-2-6-percent-for-year-ended-may-2023-following-large-increases.htm #BLSdata
    Import coffee prices declined 2.6 percent for year ended May 2023, following large increases bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/import… #BLSdata
  • Open

    RT by @tetraduzione: Slides of my #ISWS2013 SemWeb Summerschool talk: when you move from a symbolic to a numeric or geometric representation (e.g. embeddings), please keep the semantics. Don't throw out the semantic baby with the symbolic bathwater. https://www.slideshare.net/Frank.van.Harmelen/the-k-in-neurosymbolic-stands-for-knowledge
    Slides of my #ISWS2013 SemWeb Summerschool talk: when you move from a symbolic to a numeric or geometric representation (e.g. embeddings), please keep the semantics. Don't throw out the semantic baby with the symbolic bathwater. slideshare.net/Frank.van.Har…
  • Open

    R to @steak_umm: not enough 🥩 in here
    not enough 🥩 in here
    your most used emoji says more about you than an internet quiz ever could
    your most used emoji says more about you than an internet quiz ever could  ( 1 min )
  • Open

    R to @beenwrekt: Moore's Law is the least interesting part of this article. https://www.cs.utexas.edu/~fussell/courses/cs352h/papers/moore.pdf
    Moore's Law is the least interesting part of this article. cs.utexas.edu/~fussell/cours…
    Predictions about the technological future often are laughably optimistic. But everything in the intro of Gordon Moore’s 1965 article “Cramming More Components onto Integrated Circuits” came true.
    Predictions about the technological future often are laughably optimistic. But everything in the intro of Gordon Moore’s 1965 article “Cramming More Components onto Integrated Circuits” came true.
  • Open

    𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐇𝐚𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐳 𝐭𝐨 𝐀𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐬 𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐞 Arsenal's interest in Havertz has raised a few eyebrows. But it works: — Extremely versatile — Brilliant awareness of space — Great technician — Entering his prime years Here's how he'd fit in 📈⬇️
    𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐇𝐚𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐳 𝐭𝐨 𝐀𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐬 𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐞 Arsenal's interest in Havertz has raised a few eyebrows. But it works: — Extremely versatile — Brilliant awareness of space — Great technician — Entering his prime years Here's how he'd fit in 📈⬇️
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: No one has finished with a batting average over .400 in a full season since Ted Williams hit .406 in 1941. Luis Arráez is batting .397 while leading the Marlins to a surprising 43-33 record. Will it last? @andres_chavez13 takes a look. https://theanalyst.com/na/2023/06/luis-arraez-miami-marlins-chase-for-400/
    No one has finished with a batting average over .400 in a full season since Ted Williams hit .406 in 1941. @andres_chavez13 takes a look. theanalyst.com/na/2023/06/lu…
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: The pros and cons of Mateo Kovacic to Man City Pep Guardiola will need to show his capacity to empower players to get the best out of their new midfielder https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/mateo-kovacic-man-city-chelsea-pep-guardiola/
    The pros and cons of Mateo Kovacic to Man City theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/ma…
    Amad Diallo 🔴 While we don't know where he'll play next campaign, we do know that Amad Diallo had a special season last year. Here's what United (or Sunderland) would be getting: https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/05/amad-diallo-man-utd-sunderland/
    Amad Diallo 🔴 theanalyst.com/eu/2023/05/am…
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: David de Gea's shot-stopping has slowed down. #MUFC
    David de Gea's shot-stopping has slowed down. #MUFC
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: Me, for @OptaAnalyst, on the pros and cons of Mateo Kovačić to Manchester City: https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/mateo-kovacic-man-city-chelsea-pep-guardiola/
    Me, for @OptaAnalyst, on the pros and cons of Mateo Kovačić to Manchester City: theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/ma…  ( 1 min )
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: A bidding war between Arsenal and Man City for Declan Rice? Exactly what West Ham would've wanted 💰 Here's the data on what makes him such an attractive midfield option: https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/declan-rice-arsenal-man-city-transfer/
    A bidding war between Arsenal and Man City for Declan Rice? theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/de…
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: Transfer Questions — How to replace Rice and Kane? — Who could Man Utd sign instead of Kim Min-jae? — Is Tonali good value for Newcastle? We used our Opta Player Radars to find out ⬇️ https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/opta-player-radars-answering-five-questions/
    Transfer Questions theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/op…
  • Open

    RT by @ground_guru: EXC: Gretar Steinsson set to leave his position as Tottenham performance director. Part of an internal restructuring. More on @MailSport
    EXC: Gretar Steinsson set to leave his position as Tottenham performance director. Part of an internal restructuring. More on @MailSport
    RT by @ground_guru: Delighted to announce @StatsPerform as one of the sponsors for TGG Live in Manchester on October 9 & 10 @StatsPerform work with 500 global teams to inform & enhance decision-making across performance analysis, player recruitment & strategic planning. https://trainingground.guru/articles/tgg-live-speakers-revealed
    Delighted to announce @StatsPerform as one of the sponsors for TGG Live in Manchester on October 9 & 10 @StatsPerform work with 500 global teams to inform & enhance decision-making across performance analysis, player recruitment & strategic planning. trainingground.guru/articles…
    RT by @ground_guru: A change in mindset and working practice is needed in the area of Player Care in football and we are pioneering this movement. If you're passionate about this and want to make a real difference, then please check us out! https://www.linkedin.com/posts/david-eccles-30146142_routes-tv-broadcast-preview-activity-7077954175354986496-SL36?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_ios
    A change in mindset and working practice is needed in the area of Player Care in football and we are pioneering this movement. If you're passionate about this and want to make a real difference, then please check us out! linkedin.com/posts/david-ecc…
    This is very good 👏🏼 While a big swathe of fans are becoming better informed about tactics/ the game in general, a lot of punditry seems to be regressing
    This is very good 👏🏼 nitter.net/Zonal_Marking/status/1671805485039624194#m
  • Open

    R to @DaveAHopkins: A key takeaway point, in my view:
    A key takeaway point, in my view:
    I recently spoke with @MichaelBluhm of @thesignal about the new generational divide in American politics and its effects on the demographic composition and policy priorities of both Democrats & Republicans: https://www.thesgnl.com/2023/06/united-states-younger-generations-political-shift/
    I recently spoke with @MichaelBluhm of @thesignal about the new generational divide in American politics and its effects on the demographic composition and policy priorities of both Democrats & Republicans: thesgnl.com/2023/06/united-s…
  • Open

    RT by @emilyriehl: Dismayed to learn that @NSF, on the guidance of its General Counsel, is now denying funding to women-specific programs on the basis of potential Title IX violation. The Women in [Math Subject] programs have been an inspiring model for inclusion and collaboration — a huge loss.
    Dismayed to learn that @NSF, on the guidance of its General Counsel, is now denying funding to women-specific programs on the basis of potential Title IX violation. The Women in [Math Subject] programs have been an inspiring model for inclusion and collaboration — a huge loss.
  • Open

    I’m starting to believe the Simpsons are psychics!!
    I’m starting to believe the Simpsons are psychics!!
    This
    This
  • Open

    Aren't we all, etc etc. https://tmblr.co/ZuM2Kye19eq_ae00
    Aren't we all, etc etc. tmblr.co/ZuM2Kye19eq_ae00
  • Open

    Democrats got shut out of Iowa's House delegation last year for the first time since 1994. But Republicans remain favored in all four of the state's House seats, writes @Redistrict. https://www.cookpolitical.com/analysis/house/iowa-house/2024-house-race-analysis-iowa
    Democrats got shut out of Iowa's House delegation last year for the first time since 1994. But Republicans remain favored in all four of the state's House seats, writes @Redistrict. cookpolitical.com/analysis/h…
  • Open

    Good morning from a rainy #SCOTUS, which will issue opinions at 10 am. There are 14 cases left to decide, summarized here: https://amylhowe.com/2023/06/22/after-the-release-of-4-opinions-14-cases-remaining/
    Good morning from a rainy #SCOTUS, which will issue opinions at 10 am. There are 14 cases left to decide, summarized here: amylhowe.com/2023/06/22/afte…
  • Open

    No. Hell no. Absolutely not. Urkel does not "Get head"
    No. Hell no. Absolutely not. Urkel does not "Get head"

  • Open

    this is my heroin
    this is my heroin
    at inbox zero. (all i had to do was change jobs)
    at inbox zero. (all i had to do was change jobs)
  • Open

    RT by @Nature: Deletion of a protein called TIM-1 from B cells reduces tumour burden in a mouse model of skin cancer https://go.nature.com/44dYUoH
    Deletion of a protein called TIM-1 from B cells reduces tumour burden in a mouse model of skin cancer go.nature.com/44dYUoH
    Nature research paper: Signalling by senescent melanocytes hyperactivates hair growth https://go.nature.com/46e5Ns9
    Nature research paper: Signalling by senescent melanocytes hyperactivates hair growth go.nature.com/46e5Ns9
    Despite concerns from several nations and international groups, Japan is pressing ahead with plans to release water contaminated by the 2011 meltdown of the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant into the Pacific Ocean https://go.nature.com/3pjp7DI
    Despite concerns from several nations and international groups, Japan is pressing ahead with plans to release water contaminated by the 2011 meltdown of the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant into the Pacific Ocean go.nature.com/3pjp7DI
    RT by @Nature: 'We must evolve into something new': the vision for rebuilding Ukraine's research system -- report by me & Nisha Gaind @Nature https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-023-02031-8
    'We must evolve into something new': the vision for rebuilding Ukraine's research system -- report by me & Nisha Gaind @Nature nature.com/articles/d41586-0…
    War shattered Ukrainian science — its rebirth is now taking shape https://go.nature.com/44cXpax
    War shattered Ukrainian science — its rebirth is now taking shape go.nature.com/44cXpax
    Latest Nature Careers podcast: a collaboration to tackle child malnutrition in Bangladesh https://go.nature.com/46iUQ8z
    Latest Nature Careers podcast: a collaboration to tackle child malnutrition in Bangladesh go.nature.com/46iUQ8z
    Excerpts from after-action interviews regarding the incident at Penn Station https://go.nature.com/42Ue3KM
    Excerpts from after-action interviews regarding the incident at Penn Station go.nature.com/42Ue3KM
    RT by @Nature: This week's dip into Nature's archive features the architect Christopher Wren using his astronomy skills to assess an observatory proposal, and considers questions about cyclones https://go.nature.com/3Jqu3xg
    This week's dip into Nature's archive features the architect Christopher Wren using his astronomy skills to assess an observatory proposal, and considers questions about cyclones go.nature.com/3Jqu3xg
    RT by @Nature: More carrot, less stick: some very promising changes to the research assessment in the UK have been announced. The challenge will be to ensure they are implemented well https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-023-01990-2
    More carrot, less stick: some very promising changes to the research assessment in the UK have been announced. The challenge will be to ensure they are implemented well nature.com/articles/d41586-0…
  • Open

    Producer prices up 1.1 percent from May 2022 to May 2023 https://www.bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/producer-prices-up-1-1-percent-from-may-2022-to-may-2023.htm #BLSdata
    Producer prices up 1.1 percent from May 2022 to May 2023 bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/produc… #BLSdata
    Producer prices up 1.1 percent from May 2022 to May 2023 https://www.bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/producer-prices-up-1-1-percent-from-may-2022-to-may-2023.htm #BLSdata
    Producer prices up 1.1 percent from May 2022 to May 2023 bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/produc… #BLSdata
    See our interactive graphics on how Americans spend their time https://www.bls.gov/charts/american-time-use/ #ATUS #BLSdata #DataViz
    See our interactive graphics on how Americans spend their time bls.gov/charts/american-time… #ATUS #BLSdata #DataViz
    34% of employed persons do some work at home on days they work in 2022 https://www.bls.gov/news.release/atus.nr0.htm #ATUS #BLSdata
    34% of employed persons do some work at home on days they work in 2022 bls.gov/news.release/atus.nr… #ATUS #BLSdata
  • Open

    RT by @pixelatedboat: shut it down - this is the best tweet
    shut it down - this is the best tweet
    RT by @pixelatedboat: sometimes people wonder, 'is the ape from the original 'donkey kong' the cranky kong we see in 'donkey kong country'? 'is the donkey kong from 'donkey kong country' actually DK jr?' i think this simple diagram should explain:
    sometimes people wonder, 'is the ape from the original 'donkey kong' the cranky kong we see in 'donkey kong country'? 'is the donkey kong from 'donkey kong country' actually DK jr?' i think this simple diagram should explain:
  • Open

    RT by @ground_guru: Always enjoy listening to Russell Martin talk about the game.
    Always enjoy listening to Russell Martin talk about the game. nitter.net/ground_guru/status/1671589423438340110#m
  • Open

    "When asked which was more important in choosing a nominee for president, a candidate who stands 'on conservative principles' or one who had 'the best chance to beat Joe Biden,' only 35% chose defeating Biden." @amyewalter on why 2024 isn't like 2016: https://www.cookpolitical.com/analysis/national/national-politics/why-2024-gop-primary-isnt-2016
    "When asked which was more important in choosing a nominee for president, a candidate who stands 'on conservative principles' or one who had 'the best chance to beat Joe Biden,' only 35% chose defeating Biden." @amyewalter on why 2024 isn't like 2016: cookpolitical.com/analysis/n…
    Republicans in Washington are rallying behind Army veteran Sam Brown in #NVSen. But strategists in Silver State are not quite convinced. https://www.cookpolitical.com/analysis/senate/nevada-senate/national-gop-eyes-brown-nevada-senate-state-skepticism-lingers
    Republicans in Washington are rallying behind Army veteran Sam Brown in #NVSen. But strategists in Silver State are not quite convinced. cookpolitical.com/analysis/s…
    Republicans believe the right #IN01 candidate could unseat Rep. Frank J. Mrvan in 2024. Plus, we take a look at where the races stand in Indiana's two open House seats: #IN03 and #IN05. Read @Redistrict's latest: https://www.cookpolitical.com/analysis/house/indiana-house/2024-house-race-analysis-indiana
    Republicans believe the right #IN01 candidate could unseat Rep. Frank J. Mrvan in 2024. Plus, we take a look at where the races stand in Indiana's two open House seats: #IN03 and #IN05. @Redistrict's latest: cookpolitical.com/analysis/h…
    Independents "are concerned about Biden’s age (he turns 82 shortly after the 2024 election), his physical health, and cognitive abilities—not just right now but about where it might be in five years." @CharlieCookDC on what's motivating independents: https://www.cookpolitical.com/analysis/national/national-politics/despite-his-legal-perils-trumps-standing-among-independents
    Independents "are concerned about Biden’s age (he turns 82 shortly after the 2024 election), his physical health, and cognitive abilities—not just right now but about where it might be in five years." @CharlieCookDC on what's motivating independents: cookpolitical.com/analysis/n…
  • Open

    RT by @ScienceMagazine: Without a zone of uncertainty plus other troubling features, generative #AI is poised to amplify bias and falsehoods, distort human perception https://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/science.adi0248 @ScienceMagazine by @celestekidd @KiddLab and @Abebab @tctdublin @mozilla
    Without a zone of uncertainty plus other troubling features, generative #AI is poised to amplify bias and falsehoods, distort human perception science.org/doi/10.1126/scie… @ScienceMagazine @celestekidd @KiddLab and @Abebab @tctdublin @mozilla
    RT by @ScienceMagazine: Check out our new study in @sciencemagazine. We show that NAC controls N-terminal methionine excision by MetAP1 in eukaryotes. Our results suggest a broader mechanism for how access of protein biogenesis factors to the translating ribosome is controlled. https://bit.ly/42SU6nN
    Check out our new study in @sciencemagazine. We show that NAC controls N-terminal methionine excision by MetAP1 in eukaryotes. Our results suggest a broader mechanism for how access of protein biogenesis factors to the translating ribosome is controlled. bit.ly/42SU6nN
  • Open

    That's in addition to the opinions expected tomorrow at 10 am.
    That's in addition to the opinions expected tomorrow at 10 am. nitter.net/AHoweBlogger/status/1671971279463653377#m
    #SCOTUS calendar indicates that the Court will release opinions again on Tuesday, June 27. The justices have 14 cases left to decide: https://amylhowe.com/2023/06/22/after-the-release-of-4-opinions-14-cases-remaining/
    #SCOTUS calendar indicates that the Court will release opinions again on Tuesday, June 27. The justices have 14 cases left to decide: amylhowe.com/2023/06/22/afte…
    Yes, Jones v. Hendrix, decided today, in which #SCOTUS appointed a lawyer to defend the 8th Circuit's reasoning when the federal govt declined to do so.
    Yes, Jones v. Hendrix, decided today, in which #SCOTUS appointed a lawyer to defend the 8th Circuit's reasoning when the federal govt declined to do so. nitter.net/tazinbays/status/1671921858751479822#m
    Brian Goldman explored this very issue in some detail in the Stanford Law Review: https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=1693669
    Brian Goldman explored this very issue in some detail in the Stanford Law Review: papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.… nitter.net/profsteed/status/1671919454165385246#m
    As much fun as it is to discuss about box counts, R numbers, and the like on #SCOTUS opinion days, this seems like a much more reasonable process. Oh, and they live stream the opinion announcements too!
    As much fun as it is to discuss about box counts, R numbers, and the like on #SCOTUS opinion days, this seems like a much more reasonable process. Oh, and they live stream the opinion announcements too! nitter.net/AppellateDaily/status/1671868839272005632#m
  • Open

    Bits & Bobs were found in an abyssal trench known as "The Cretin's Cunt", inhospitable to human life, lowering odds of survival to about 50%
    Bits & Bobs were found in an abyssal trench known as "The Cretin's Cunt", inhospitable to human life, lowering odds of survival to about 50%
    Lordy theres tapes
    Lordy theres tapes
  • Open

    RT by @sciam: Summer heat is here, and you're dripping with sweat. Now science has discovered the fastest cool-down technique--you hold the secret in the palms of your hands. @tanyalewis314 and I tell you how to do it in the new Your Health Quickly podcast from @sciam. https://www.scientificamerican.com/podcast/episode/how-to-cool-down-fast-in-summer-heat/
    Summer heat is here, and you're dripping with sweat. Now science has discovered the fastest cool-down technique--you hold the secret in the palms of your hands. @tanyalewis314 and I tell you how to do it in the new Your Health Quickly podcast from @sciam. scientificamerican.com/podca…
  • Open

    stick with freezer beef
    stick with freezer beef  ( 1 min )
  • Open

    tmblr.co/ZuM2Kye0r2VkuW00
    tmblr.co/ZuM2Kye0r2VkuW00
  • Open

    RT by @Zonal_Marking: A piece on the massive shift in punditry over the last couple of years, away from analysis & towards ex-players being asked to act like fans. (Believe it or not, this was largely written before the "How are the nerves now, Joleon?" Champions League final) https://theathletic.com/4600507/2023/06/22/pundits-are-not-there-to-act-as-fans/
    A piece on the massive shift in punditry over the last couple of years, away from analysis & towards ex-players being asked to act like fans. (Believe it or not, this was largely written before the "How are the nerves now, Joleon?" Champions League final) theathletic.com/4600507/2023…
  • Open

    Minor operation in hospital yesterday, but I should go home today. Similar to Andrey Arshavin, “I heal like dog” 😂
    Minor operation in hospital yesterday, but I should go home today. Similar to Andrey Arshavin, “I heal like dog” 😂

  • Open

    Real average hourly earnings up 0.2 percent for year ending May 2023 https://www.bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/real-average-hourly-earnings-up-0-2-percent-for-year-ending-may-2023.htm #BLSdata
    Real average hourly earnings up 0.2 percent for year ending May 2023 bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/real-a… #BLSdata
    Real average hourly earnings up 0.2 percent for year ending May 2023 https://www.bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/real-average-hourly-earnings-up-0-2-percent-for-year-ending-may-2023.htm #BLSdata
    Real average hourly earnings up 0.2 percent for year ending May 2023 bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/real-a… #BLSdata
    See our interactive graphics on today’s new #BLSdata on state job openings and labor turnover https://www.bls.gov/charts/state-job-openings-and-labor-turnover/ #DataViz #JOLTS
    See our interactive graphics on today’s new #BLSdata on state job openings and labor turnover bls.gov/charts/state-job-ope… #DataViz #JOLTS
    April job openings rates up in 13 states, down in 2; layoffs and discharges down in 10 https://www.bls.gov/news.release/jltst.nr0.htm #JOLTS #BLSdata
    April job openings rates up in 13 states, down in 2; layoffs and discharges down in 10 bls.gov/news.release/jltst.n… #JOLTS #BLSdata
  • Open

    A South Carolina stew in a deeply flavored, light-bodied sauce. https://www.seriouseats.com/lowcountry-stew-chicken-5216238?taid=6493812649cd0f00015154d1&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    A South Carolina stew in a deeply flavored, light-bodied sauce. seriouseats.com/lowcountry-s…
    This foolproof all-butter pie dough recipe uses a food processor to make a dough that's easy to work with and bakes up beautifully, every time. https://www.seriouseats.com/easy-pie-dough-recipe?taid=64938100ec6e3a0001e19af7&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    This foolproof all-butter pie dough recipe uses a food processor to make a dough that's easy to work with and bakes up beautifully, every time. seriouseats.com/easy-pie-dou…
    For a twist on the classic, this version of traditional Greek spanakopita uses an assortment of greens and tender herbs in addition to spinach. https://www.seriouseats.com/spanakopita-greek-savory-greens-pie?taid=649372f57bd79800015f9d0b&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    For a twist on the classic, this version of traditional Greek spanakopita uses an assortment of greens and tender herbs in addition to spinach. seriouseats.com/spanakopita-…
    A simple crepe batter that'll allow you to whip up French crepes for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. https://www.seriouseats.com/basic-crepes-batter-recipe?taid=6493650c49cd0f0001514abb&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    A simple crepe batter that'll allow you to whip up French crepes for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. seriouseats.com/basic-crepes…
    Seasoning and maintaining a cast iron pan is much simpler than you might imagine. https://www.seriouseats.com/how-to-season-cast-iron-pans-skillets-cookware?taid=649348df7bd79800015f8e37&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Seasoning and maintaining a cast iron pan is much simpler than you might imagine. seriouseats.com/how-to-seaso…
    A deeply comforting, one-pot meal of chicken and rice, this recipe from Minas Gerais is chock full of peas, carrots, and plenty of garlic and onion. https://www.seriouseats.com/galinhada-mineira-brazilian-chicken-and-rice-from-minas-gerais-recipe-7229603?taid=64933ad5ec6e3a0001e183b4&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    A deeply comforting, one-pot meal of chicken and rice, this recipe from Minas Gerais is chock full of peas, carrots, and plenty of garlic and onion. seriouseats.com/galinhada-mi…
    Most salmon burgers fail to deliver on their promise, but not these. https://www.seriouseats.com/salmon-burgers-remoulade-fennel-slaw-recipe?taid=64932ccdec6e3a0001e17e42&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Most salmon burgers fail to deliver on their promise, but not these. seriouseats.com/salmon-burge…
    These crispy hand pies are a must for any mezze spread. https://www.seriouseats.com/borek-5185229?taid=6493109a83d8050001b7919b&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    These crispy hand pies are a must for any mezze spread. seriouseats.com/borek-518522…
    Tender, well-marbled steak, sautéed onions, and melty provolone cheese served in a soft but sturdy hoagie roll define this classic Philly sandwich. https://www.seriouseats.com/philly-cheesesteak-recipe-7546830?taid=64930294ef81bc000113c807&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Tender, well-marbled steak, sautéed onions, and melty provolone cheese served in a soft but sturdy hoagie roll define this classic Philly sandwich. seriouseats.com/philly-chees…
    This aromatic cheesecake can be made with any type of citrus, but it's hard to beat the tart, refreshing flavor of lemon. https://www.seriouseats.com/lemon-ricotta-cheesecake?taid=64924b9c6545c90001a23d7b&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    This aromatic cheesecake can be made with any type of citrus, but it's hard to beat the tart, refreshing flavor of lemon. seriouseats.com/lemon-ricott…
  • Open

    Nature research paper: Quantum-limited optical time transfer for future geosynchronous links https://go.nature.com/44dngPo
    Nature research paper: Quantum-limited optical time transfer for future geosynchronous links go.nature.com/44dngPo
    Nature research paper: Structure and function of the RAD51B–RAD51C–RAD51D–XRCC2 tumour suppressor https://go.nature.com/3qWHqiB
    Nature research paper: Structure and function of the RAD51B–RAD51C–RAD51D–XRCC2 tumour suppressor go.nature.com/3qWHqiB
    A CRISPR-based method makes T cells that thwart teens’ cancer https://go.nature.com/42SLMEF
    A CRISPR-based method makes T cells that thwart teens’ cancer go.nature.com/42SLMEF
    Research briefing: Uncovering a role for B cells in antitumour immunity https://go.nature.com/3Px0yO6
    Research briefing: Uncovering a role for B cells in antitumour immunity go.nature.com/3Px0yO6
    Nature research paper: Origin and evolutionary malleability of T cell receptor α diversity https://go.nature.com/46ht8Jj
    Nature research paper: Origin and evolutionary malleability of T cell receptor α diversity go.nature.com/46ht8Jj
    RT by @Nature: “Islands are a global #conservation priority,” says Alex Wegmann, director @nature_org's Palmyra programme. "The soil microbiome is one of the last frontiers that we absolutely should explore to be able to effectively restore these systems” Me for @Nature https://www.nature.com/immersive/d41586-023-01932-y/index.html
    “Islands are a global #conservation priority,” says Alex Wegmann, director @nature_org's Palmyra programme. "The soil microbiome is one of the last frontiers that we absolutely should explore to be able to effectively restore these systems” @Nature nature.com/immersive/d41586-…
    Time signals have been transmitted across 300 kilometres with an accuracy and precision limited only by the quantum nature of photons https://go.nature.com/3Jpfv19
    Time signals have been transmitted across 300 kilometres with an accuracy and precision limited only by the quantum nature of photons go.nature.com/3Jpfv19
    An elusive member of the gut microbiota can reduce cholesterol synthesis in the intestine https://go.nature.com/3p6XQo4
    An elusive member of the gut microbiota can reduce cholesterol synthesis in the intestine go.nature.com/3p6XQo4
    Open-source AI chatbots are booming — what does this mean for researchers? https://go.nature.com/3Poetq2
    Open-source AI chatbots are booming — what does this mean for researchers? go.nature.com/3Poetq2
    Nature research paper: Y chromosome loss in cancer drives growth by evasion of adaptive immunity https://go.nature.com/46iUGhu
    Nature research paper: Y chromosome loss in cancer drives growth by evasion of adaptive immunity go.nature.com/46iUGhu
    Nature research paper: Structural insights into BCDX2 complex function in homologous recombination https://go.nature.com/3PljrUb
    Nature research paper: Structural insights into BCDX2 complex function in homologous recombination go.nature.com/3PljrUb
    Nature research paper: X-ray polarization evidence for a 200-year-old flare of Sgr A* https://go.nature.com/3CDDE0b
    Nature research paper: X-ray polarization evidence for a 200-year-old flare of Sgr A* go.nature.com/3CDDE0b
    Nature research paper: Histone demethylase KDM5D upregulation drives sex differences in colon cancer https://go.nature.com/447XDQc
    Nature research paper: Histone demethylase KDM5D upregulation drives sex differences in colon cancer go.nature.com/447XDQc
    The Y chromosome could explain why men are less likely than women to survive some cancers, according to studies that combine data from mice and humans https://go.nature.com/3NGiaWA
    The Y chromosome could explain why men are less likely than women to survive some cancers, according to studies that combine data from mice and humans go.nature.com/3NGiaWA
    Researchers ventured to the world’s most remote island to study how fungi in soils could help to revive damaged ecosystems https://go.nature.com/3PFMJNN
    Researchers ventured to the world’s most remote island to study how fungi in soils could help to revive damaged ecosystems go.nature.com/3PFMJNN
    How do you measure something such as kindness, teamwork or quality of mentorship? UK researchers now have an opportunity to say what they think. https://go.nature.com/42VE2BI
    How do you measure something such as kindness, teamwork or quality of mentorship? UK researchers now have an opportunity to say what they think. go.nature.com/42VE2BI
    RT by @Nature: It was a routine stop that turned out to be anything but routine. The vehicle in question opened up a trail of criminal connections and misdirection. This was no ordinary plot — and the culprit was no ordinary criminal mastermind… #scifi by @ronfein https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-023-01991-1?utm_source=twt_nft&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=futures
    It was a routine stop that turned out to be anything but routine. The vehicle in question opened up a trail of criminal connections and misdirection. This was no ordinary plot — and the culprit was no ordinary criminal mastermind… #scifi by @ronfein nature.com/articles/d41586-0…
    Disputes over how to finance conservation of the world’s plants and animals have resurfaced between countries — threatening their ability to meet goals laid out in a historic plan signed late last year https://go.nature.com/3XeyXmZ
    Disputes over how to finance conservation of the world’s plants and animals have resurfaced between countries — threatening their ability to meet goals laid out in a historic plan signed late last year go.nature.com/3XeyXmZ
    The number of countries, regions, cities and companies worldwide that have set targets to reach net-zero emissions has increased significantly over the past two years, but the strategies needed to meet those pledges are lacking https://go.nature.com/3CFpJ9N
    The number of countries, regions, cities and companies worldwide that have set targets to reach net-zero emissions has increased significantly over the past two years, but the strategies needed to meet those pledges are lacking go.nature.com/3CFpJ9N
  • Open

    Heat waves kill more people than any other type of severe weather in the U.S. And climate change is making them more frequent and unpredictable https://trib.al/UHHLbnk
    Heat waves kill more people than any other type of severe weather in the U.S. And climate change is making them more frequent and unpredictable trib.al/UHHLbnk
    Researchers are discovering freshwater reservoirs below the coastal seafloor that might someday save dry regions from drought https://trib.al/8IZdl9M
    Researchers are discovering freshwater reservoirs below the coastal seafloor that might someday save dry regions from drought trib.al/8IZdl9M
    Record ocean temperatures in the Atlantic are causing storms to form much farther east than usual https://trib.al/F6pV5Df
    Record ocean temperatures in the Atlantic are causing storms to form much farther east than usual trib.al/F6pV5Df
    Scientists have used quantum technology to track individual particles of light as they begin the process of photosynthesis https://trib.al/cxN0PAJ
    Scientists have used quantum technology to track individual particles of light as they begin the process of photosynthesis trib.al/cxN0PAJ
    New work suggests four distinct star system types—and finds our own in the rarest category https://trib.al/IsGNJx3
    New work suggests four distinct star system types—and finds our own in the rarest category trib.al/IsGNJx3
    Reviews: A new history of the deep ocean, seeking truth through math, a space opera about self-identity, and more new science books. https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/todays-deep-sea-explorers-are-mineral-miners-and-ultrawealthy-hobbyists/
    Reviews: A new history of the deep ocean, seeking truth through math, a space opera about self-identity, and more new science books. scientificamerican.com/artic…
    Human depletion of groundwater has shifted the global distribution of water so much that the North Pole has drifted by more than four centimeters per year https://trib.al/FVC9rJz
    Human depletion of groundwater has shifted the global distribution of water so much that the North Pole has drifted by more than four centimeters per year trib.al/FVC9rJz  ( 1 min )
    RT by @sciam: This SAT math problem was so tricky that everybody got it wrong — including the people who wrote the math problem https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/the-sat-problem-that-everybody-got-wrong/ by @JackPMurtagh on @sciam
    This SAT math problem was so tricky that everybody got it wrong — including the people who wrote the math problem scientificamerican.com/artic… by @JackPMurtagh on @sciam  ( 1 min )
    🎧 June marks the start of the Atlantic hurricane season. On this episode of Science, Quickly, we take you into some of nature's most monstrous storms. Listen now on Apple Podcasts 🔗 https://bit.ly/3qZOHhi
    🎧 June marks the start of the Atlantic hurricane season. On this episode of Science, Quickly, we take you into some of nature's most monstrous storms. bit.ly/3qZOHhi
    Genetic susceptibilities, the environment and the body's response to inflammation all influence our odds of falling ill https://trib.al/UIQJadc
    Genetic susceptibilities, the environment and the body's response to inflammation all influence our odds of falling ill trib.al/UIQJadc
    A new pill could be the first to help the more than 14 million people in the U.S. who struggle to control their marijuana use https://trib.al/QpRGEew
    A new pill could be the first to help the more than 14 million people in the U.S. who struggle to control their marijuana use trib.al/QpRGEew
    A tourist submersible lost communications while diving to visit the wreckage of the Titanic, which sank in 1912 https://trib.al/XN6Eqyk
    A tourist submersible lost communications while diving to visit the wreckage of the Titanic, which sank in 1912 trib.al/XN6Eqyk
    The coin rotation paradox flummoxed SAT test writers even though we encounter this math problem every day https://trib.al/9DSrg6y
    The coin rotation paradox flummoxed SAT test writers even though we encounter this math problem every day trib.al/9DSrg6y
  • Open

    Proposals for @NeurIPSConf tutorials are due today AOE! https://neurips.cc/Conferences/2023/CallForTutorials
    Proposals for @NeurIPSConf tutorials are due today AOE! neurips.cc/Conferences/2023/…
  • Open

    Scientists are learning how to cryopreserve living tissues, organs, and even whole organisms, then bring them back to life. #LongReads https://scim.ag/35u
    Scientists are learning how to cryopreserve living tissues, organs, and even whole organisms, then bring them back to life. #LongReads scim.ag/35u
    By tapping into existing air quality monitoring sensors, researchers have discovered a cheap way to census nearby species. https://scim.ag/35o
    By tapping into existing air quality monitoring sensors, researchers have discovered a cheap way to census nearby species. scim.ag/35o
    Data sleuths say they have found evidence of possible research fraud by Francesca Gino in several studies—including an already-retracted paper about dishonesty. https://scim.ag/35i
    Data sleuths say they have found evidence of possible research fraud by Francesca Gino in several studies—including an already-retracted paper about dishonesty. scim.ag/35i
    In 2015, the Islamic State group razed the ruins of the ancient Assyrian city of Nimrud. Now, researchers sifting through the rubble have unearthed artifacts from a ruined temple dedicated to Ishtar, the Mesopotamian goddess of love and war. https://scim.ag/35f
    In 2015, the Islamic State group razed the ruins of the ancient Assyrian city of Nimrud. scim.ag/35f
    Evidence from the Hikurangi subduction zone in New Zealand now suggests “slow slip” earthquakes often depend on seamounts, the underwater volcanoes that stud the sea floor in large numbers. https://scim.ag/357
    Evidence from the Hikurangi subduction zone in New Zealand now suggests “slow slip” earthquakes often depend on seamounts, the underwater volcanoes that stud the sea floor in large numbers. scim.ag/357
    Charles Darwin assumed the driver of the giraffe’s long neck was food, but a fossil of an ancient giraffe relative suggests there might be more to the story. #WorldGiraffeDay https://scim.ag/352
    Charles Darwin assumed the driver of the giraffe’s long neck was food, but a fossil of an ancient giraffe relative suggests there might be more to the story. #WorldGiraffeDay scim.ag/352
    The discovery may explain how the widespread soil-dwelling microorganisms, which otherwise rely on an exhausting wriggle to move, ended up around the world today. https://scim.ag/351
    The discovery may explain how the widespread soil-dwelling microorganisms, which otherwise rely on an exhausting wriggle to move, ended up around the world today. scim.ag/351
    A new survey shows few societies are pulling out of U.S. states affected by abortion bans and anti-LGBTQ+ laws, but many are implementing safety measures for their members. https://scim.ag/34W
    A new survey shows few societies are pulling out of U.S. states affected by abortion bans and anti-LGBTQ+ laws, but many are implementing safety measures for their members. scim.ag/34W
    Breaking news: Surgeon Paolo Macchiarini, who was once hailed as a pioneer of stem cell medicine, was found guilty of gross assault against three of his patients today and sentenced to 2 years and 6 months in prison by an appeals court in Stockholm. https://scim.ag/34Q
    Breaking news: Surgeon Paolo Macchiarini, who was once hailed as a pioneer of stem cell medicine, was found guilty of gross assault against three of his patients today and sentenced to 2 years and 6 months in prison by an appeals court in Stockholm. scim.ag/34Q
    This 4.3-centimeter piece of carved graphite may be the earliest known phallic art. https://scim.ag/34O
    This 4.3-centimeter piece of carved graphite may be the earliest known phallic art. scim.ag/34O
    “The very way the planet wobbles is impacted by our activities.” https://scim.ag/34M
    “The very way the planet wobbles is impacted by our activities.” scim.ag/34M
    When U.K. universities next submit evidence of their performance to national research funders to help determine their share of £2 billion in annual government higher education funding, the rubric will look noticeably different from the past. https://scim.ag/34K
    When U.K. universities next submit evidence of their performance to national research funders to help determine their share of £2 billion in annual government higher education funding, the rubric will look noticeably different from the past. scim.ag/34K
    Researchers claim that Homo naledi, a small-brained human relative, buried its dead and made art long before our own species did. https://scim.ag/34J
    Researchers claim that Homo naledi, a small-brained human relative, buried its dead and made art long before our own species did. scim.ag/34J
    French chemist Louis Pasteur thought magnetic fields might somehow explain “homochirality,” but its origin has remained one of biology’s great mysteries. Now, it turns out Pasteur may have been onto something. https://scim.ag/34H
    French chemist Louis Pasteur thought magnetic fields might somehow explain “homochirality,” but its origin has remained one of biology’s great mysteries. scim.ag/34H
    The counterintuitive finding could influence coastal engineering projects. https://scim.ag/34F
    The counterintuitive finding could influence coastal engineering projects. scim.ag/34F
    The international panel also offered new prevention and management advice for head injuries. https://scim.ag/34E
    The international panel also offered new prevention and management advice for head injuries. scim.ag/34E
    Radiocarbon timestamps left in ancient tree rings by cosmic ray bombardments can date historical events with unprecedented precision. Learn more: https://scim.ag/34C @ScienceVisuals
    Radiocarbon timestamps left in ancient tree rings by cosmic ray bombardments can date historical events with unprecedented precision. scim.ag/34C @ScienceVisuals
    More than 500 million years ago, early vertebrates acquired bacterial DNA that made possible their evolution of vision. https://scim.ag/34A
    More than 500 million years ago, early vertebrates acquired bacterial DNA that made possible their evolution of vision. scim.ag/34A
  • Open

    bad use of (economic) polling
    bad use of (economic) polling nitter.net/elonmusk/status/1671384150664675329#m
  • Open

    During lung maturation in newborn mice, a distinct population of dendritic cells that can suppress killer T cells appears during the first two weeks of life, a new @SciImmunology study finds. https://scim.ag/35t
    During lung maturation in newborn mice, a distinct population of dendritic cells that can suppress killer T cells appears during the first two weeks of life, a new @SciImmunology study finds. scim.ag/35t
    RT by @ScienceMagazine: Don't miss this week's new issue of #ScienceTranslationalMedicine!  A point-of-care HPV test may assist cervical cancer screening in low-resource settings, an automated belt allows scientists to easily study hormone dynamics in people, and more. https://scim.ag/35m
    Don't miss this week's new issue of #ScienceTranslationalMedicine!  scim.ag/35m
    An early giraffe ancestor’s unique head and neck fossils suggest sexual selection as an alternative explanation for the evolution of modern giraffes’ long necks. Learn more on #WorldGiraffeDay: https://scim.ag/35k
    An early giraffe ancestor’s unique head and neck fossils suggest sexual selection as an alternative explanation for the evolution of modern giraffes’ long necks. #WorldGiraffeDay: scim.ag/35k
    Scientists shouldn’t debate gaslighters, argues @hholdenthorp in a new Editor's Blog post. "Absurd statements … are a trap for scientists." https://scim.ag/35c
    Scientists shouldn’t debate gaslighters, argues @hholdenthorp in a new Editor's Blog post. "Absurd statements … are a trap for scientists." scim.ag/35c
    RT by @ScienceMagazine: Vessel noise during oceanic transportation is known to disrupt natural marine life processes. Now, researchers have identified multiple strategies to reduce the area and severity of ships’ impact on marine life. Learn more in this week’s issue: https://scim.ag/35b
    Vessel noise during oceanic transportation is known to disrupt natural marine life processes. Now, researchers have identified multiple strategies to reduce the area and severity of ships’ impact on marine life. scim.ag/35b
    “Understanding the impact of generative #AI … requires new interdisciplinary scientific inquiry into culture, economics, law, algorithms, and the interaction of technology and creativity,” argues a new #SciencePerspective. https://scim.ag/355
    “Understanding the impact of generative #AI … requires new interdisciplinary scientific inquiry into culture, economics, law, algorithms, and the interaction of technology and creativity,” argues a new #SciencePerspective. scim.ag/355
    New @SciSignal research in rodents deciphers how infections with #SARSCoV2 in the lungs generate systemic antiviral responses—and suggests that these responses may help limit the virus from spreading to other organs. #COVID19 https://scim.ag/350
    New @SciSignal research in rodents deciphers how infections with #SARSCoV2 in the lungs generate systemic antiviral responses—and suggests that these responses may help limit the virus from spreading to other organs. #COVID19 scim.ag/350
    Rats enjoy music at the same beat as humans, according to a @ScienceAdvances study, hinting at inherent neural processing across species. Learn more on #WorldMusicDay: https://scim.ag/34U
    Rats enjoy music at the same beat as humans, according to a @ScienceAdvances study, hinting at inherent neural processing across species. #WorldMusicDay: scim.ag/34U
    In a new Science study, researchers present PrimateAI-3D, a deep-learning model trained on millions of benign primate variants. https://scim.ag/34N #PrimateGenomes
    In a new Science study, researchers present PrimateAI-3D, a deep-learning model trained on millions of benign primate variants. scim.ag/34N #PrimateGenomes
    A new #SciencePerspective looks at several ways large language models could be used in social science work. https://scim.ag/34L #AI
    A new #SciencePerspective looks at several ways large language models could be used in social science work. scim.ag/34L #AI
    Maps of brain activity from 10 mind-altering drugs offer a “roadmap” to identify potential future treatments for these disorders, a new @ScienceAdvances study suggests. https://scim.ag/34I
    Maps of brain activity from 10 mind-altering drugs offer a “roadmap” to identify potential future treatments for these disorders, a new @ScienceAdvances study suggests. scim.ag/34I
    In Science, researchers present the Aging Fly Cell Atlas, a single-nucleus transcriptome map of the fruit fly as it ages. Learn more: https://scim.ag/34G
    In Science, researchers present the Aging Fly Cell Atlas, a single-nucleus transcriptome map of the fruit fly as it ages. scim.ag/34G
    Researchers monitored the hot Jupiter HAT-P-32~b, 950 light years away from Earth, using high-resolution spectroscopy from the Hobby-Eberly Telescope, detecting helium escaping through leading and trailing #TidalTails. https://scim.ag/34D @ScienceAdvances
    Researchers monitored the hot Jupiter HAT-P-32~b, 950 light years away from Earth, using high-resolution spectroscopy from the Hobby-Eberly Telescope, detecting helium escaping through leading and trailing #TidalTails. scim.ag/34D @ScienceAdvances
    Why is #LightPollution so difficult to measure? On this week's #SciencePodcast🎙️, @boron110 tackles this question with researcher Stefan Wallner, and discusses how coordination between disciplines is required to protect dark nights. 🎧 Listen here: https://scim.ag/34B
    Why is #LightPollution so difficult to measure? #SciencePodcast🎙️, @boron110 tackles this question with researcher Stefan Wallner, and discusses how coordination between disciplines is required to protect dark nights. scim.ag/34B
  • Open

    GOV: Oops we accidentally leaked all this good ass UFO Info ME: Well this is scary. I guess we have no choice but to fund the military more
    GOV: Oops we accidentally leaked all this good ass UFO Info ME: Well this is scary. I guess we have no choice but to fund the military more
    you see funny picture here? i see the screaming faces of every pug dog who has ever suffered a morbid drowning death . You are not Normal.
    you see funny picture here? i see the screaming faces of every pug dog who has ever suffered a morbid drowning death . You are not Normal.
    guy dies while attempting to carry 12 shopping bags full of blue razz bang cans down the basement stairs...... Thats the cost of innovation
    guy dies while attempting to carry 12 shopping bags full of blue razz bang cans down the basement stairs...... Thats the cost of innovation
    if i was dying in a submarine and i found out people were posting jokes about my step son i would say "FUCK " so loud that theyd find me
    if i was dying in a submarine and i found out people were posting jokes about my step son i would say "FUCK " so loud that theyd find me
  • Open

    🚨 NEW JOB ALERT! Head of Academy Sport Science & Medicine @Wolves "To manage, co-ordinate and supervise all aspects of the Academy Sport Science and Medical Department." #WWFC https://trainingground.guru/jobs-listings/head-of-academy-sport-science-and-medicine
    🚨 NEW JOB ALERT! @Wolves #WWFC trainingground.guru/jobs-lis…
    New @SouthamptonFC manager Russell Martin was our guest on Episode #28 of the TGG Podcast "I’ve got a real strong belief in how I want the game to be played, how I see it, what I enjoy." #SaintsFC @HudlAnalysis https://trainingground.guru/articles/russell-martin-people,-purpose-(and-possession)-at-mk-dons
    New @SouthamptonFC manager Russell Martin was our guest on Episode #28 of the TGG Podcast #SaintsFC @HudlAnalysis trainingground.guru/articles…
    RT by @ground_guru: 🚨 NEW JOB ALERT! First Team Transition/ Loans Physiotherapist @Wolves "To skilfully manage the medical and performance support of elite young players during the transition from U21 to 1st team football either at Wolves or on loan." #WWFC #Wolves https://trainingground.guru/jobs-listings/first-team-transition/-loans-physiotherapist
    🚨 NEW JOB ALERT! @Wolves #WWFC #Wolves trainingground.guru/jobs-lis…
    RT by @ground_guru: We are delighted to announce Russell Martin as our new Men’s First Team Manager 😇
    We are delighted to announce Russell Martin as our new Men’s First Team Manager 😇
    RT by @ground_guru: The Jamaica Football Federation is the most recent elite sports organization to digitise their operations on Kairos 🤝 We look forward to supporting the Reggae Boyz throughout the Concacaf Gold Cup, and the Reggae Girlz during their FIFA World Cup campaign!
    The Jamaica Football Federation is the most recent elite sports organization to digitise their operations on Kairos 🤝 We look forward to supporting the Reggae Boyz throughout the Concacaf Gold Cup, and the Reggae Girlz during their FIFA World Cup campaign!
    RT by @ground_guru: "The kit man is a psychologist, the physio is a psychologist, the massage person is going to be spending an hour with somebody working on their back or hamstrings and they’re going to hear a lot too." Dr Pippa Grange | Working on the soul of the team https://trainingground.guru/articles/pippa-grange-working-on-the-soul-of-the-team
    "The kit man is a psychologist, the physio is a psychologist, the massage person is going to be spending an hour with somebody working on their back or hamstrings and they’re going to hear a lot too." trainingground.guru/articles… nitter.net/ground_guru/status/1671413152217432067#m
    RT by @ground_guru: Mark Sertori's title at Man City was Sports Therapist, but that only told part of what he contributed Was friend & confidante of players and key to the culture "Mark is more than a work colleague, he is now also a close friend and has always been there for me" ~ John Stones
    Mark Sertori's title at Man City was Sports Therapist, but that only told part of what he contributed nitter.net/ground_guru/status/1671412322223398912#m
    RT by @ground_guru: Mark Sertori has been appointed Head of Performance and Player Care at newly-promoted @BurnleyOfficial The move reunites him with Burnley boss Vincent Kompany, with whom he worked at Manchester City. https://trainingground.guru/articles/man-city-stalwart-sertori-appointed-head-of-performance-at-burnley
    Mark Sertori has been appointed Head of Performance and Player Care at newly-promoted @BurnleyOfficial trainingground.guru/articles…
  • Open

    Next up in @Redistrict's state-by-state House series is Indiana, where next year’s House elections will likely revolve around open Republican-held seats in the 3rd and 5th districts. https://www.cookpolitical.com/analysis/house/indiana-house/2024-house-race-analysis-indiana
    Next up in @Redistrict's state-by-state House series is Indiana, where next year’s House elections will likely revolve around open Republican-held seats in the 3rd and 5th districts. cookpolitical.com/analysis/h…
  • Open

    RT by @Redistrict: Next up in @Redistrict's state-by-state House series is Indiana, where next year’s House elections will likely revolve around open Republican-held seats in the 3rd and 5th districts. https://www.cookpolitical.com/analysis/house/indiana-house/2024-house-race-analysis-indiana
    Next up in @Redistrict's state-by-state House series is Indiana, where next year’s House elections will likely revolve around open Republican-held seats in the 3rd and 5th districts. cookpolitical.com/analysis/h…
  • Open

    checking twitter every 15 mins is like opening the freezer bc you’re bored
    checking twitter every 15 mins is like opening the freezer bc you’re bored
  • Open

    𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐇𝐚𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐳 𝐭𝐨 𝐀𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐬 𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐞 Arsenal's interest in Havertz has raised a few eyebrows. But it works: — Extremely versatile — Brilliant awareness of space — Great technician — Entering his prime years Here's how he'd fit in 📈⬇️
    𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐇𝐚𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐳 𝐭𝐨 𝐀𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐬 𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐞 Arsenal's interest in Havertz has raised a few eyebrows. But it works: — Extremely versatile — Brilliant awareness of space — Great technician — Entering his prime years Here's how he'd fit in 📈⬇️
    Caicedo likes a battle 🥊 Here's why he's become one of the Premier League's most sought-after midfielders 🔽 https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/why-everyone-wants-moises-caicedo/
    Caicedo likes a battle 🥊 theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/wh…
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: Some teams might be targeting point guards and big men but every team in the NBA could use another two-way wing. Who does our model like in the draft on Thursday? https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/top-two-way-wings-2023-nba-draft/
    Some teams might be targeting point guards and big men but every team in the NBA could use another two-way wing. theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/to…
    First came Kamaldeen Sulemana, Mohammed Kudus and then Andreas Schjelderup... Is Ernest Nuamah the next Danish Superliga talent primed for the big time? @OptaJohan think so. https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/ernest-nuamah-the-danish-superligas-next-star/
    First came Kamaldeen Sulemana, Mohammed Kudus and then Andreas Schjelderup... @OptaJohan think so. theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/er…
    Talks are ongoing between Chelsea and Manchester United for the signing of Mason Mount. Here's why acquiring him would be so beneficial for Man Utd: https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/mason-mount-to-manchester-united-would-be-chelsea-loss/
    Talks are ongoing between Chelsea and Manchester United for the signing of Mason Mount. theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/ma…
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: 🔎 Our friends at @OptaAnalyst have done the hard work by selecting five players you should keep an eye on during the #U21EURO tournament: 🇧🇪 Zeno Debast 🇭🇷 Martin Baturina 🇫🇷 Enzo Le Fee 🇮🇱 Oscar Gloukh 🇫🇷 Elye Wahi https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/under-21-european-championship-players-to-watch/
    🔎 Our friends at @OptaAnalyst have done the hard work by selecting five players you should keep an eye on during the #U21EURO tournament: theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/un…
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: Rashford apparently getting a new contract. I recently looked at whether he can be the "40-goal forward" for Man Utd that Erik ten Hag has challenged him to be. https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/can-marcus-rashford-be-a-40-goal-manchester-united-forward/
    Rashford apparently getting a new contract. I recently looked at whether he can be the "40-goal forward" for Man Utd that Erik ten Hag has challenged him to be. theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/ca…
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: Premier League teams are pressing more and better than ever before, so are we going to see more teams play more direct passes up to a centre-forward? @alitweedale takes a look at the numbers. https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/pressing-is-better-than-ever-before-so-does-your-team-need-a-big-man-up-top/
    Premier League teams are pressing more and better than ever before, so are we going to see more teams play more direct passes up to a centre-forward? @alitweedale takes a look at the numbers. theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/pr…
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: Why Everyone Wants Moises Caicedo 💰 🔵 Outstanding defensive numbers 🔵 Press resistant on the ball 🔵 A box-to-box machine We profile one of the most sought-after Premier League midfielders 📊👇
    Why Everyone Wants Moises Caicedo 💰 🔵 Outstanding defensive numbers 🔵 Press resistant on the ball 🔵 A box-to-box machine We profile one of the most sought-after Premier League midfielders 📊👇
    U21 Euros: Players to Watch👀 Figo, Cannavaro, Pirlo and Thiago are among the previous recipients of the 'Golden Player' award. But who could be the next to join them? We analysed 5 players to keep an eye on as the tournament kicks off today: https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/under-21-european-championship-players-to-watch/
    U21 Euros: Players to Watch👀 theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/un…
  • Open

    R to @beenwrekt: The TV special was in honor of MIT's 100th birthday and had some absolutely wild predictions. It also featured MIT legend Jerome Wiesner smoking a pipe while evangelizing the future. https://youtu.be/cvOTKFXpvKA
    The TV special was in honor of MIT's 100th birthday and had some absolutely wild predictions. It also featured MIT legend Jerome Wiesner smoking a pipe while evangelizing the future. piped.video/cvOTKFXpvKA  ( 1 min )
    R to @beenwrekt: That last still and quote is from this 1961 TV special from MIT where they have the TX0 computer write a spaghetti western. (ht @MichaelSocolow)
    That last still and quote is from this 1961 TV special from MIT where they have the TX0 computer write a spaghetti western. (ht @MichaelSocolow)  ( 1 min )
    R to @beenwrekt: “I don’t think my daughter will ever marry a computer.”
    “I don’t think my daughter will ever marry a computer.”  ( 1 min )
    R to @beenwrekt: Midjourney, show me weird nerds in suits mansplaining computers in a film noir style.
    Midjourney, show me weird nerds in suits mansplaining computers in a film noir style.  ( 1 min )
    R to @beenwrekt: MIT’s techno-utopian propaganda is older than Artificial Intelligence.
    MIT’s techno-utopian propaganda is older than Artificial Intelligence.  ( 1 min )
    R to @beenwrekt: The whole documentary is worth a watch! Make some popcorn and get into some vintage pop singularity science. https://youtu.be/NN7mlicU95w
    The whole documentary is worth a watch! Make some popcorn and get into some vintage pop singularity science. piped.video/NN7mlicU95w  ( 1 min )
    R to @beenwrekt: He prefaces this with “The word 'think' is one of the words like life and 'soul,' which are bad words. They mean just what we want them to mean.”
    He prefaces this with “The word 'think' is one of the words like life and 'soul,' which are bad words. They mean just what we want them to mean.”
    With regards to this 1954 prototype Roomba, Norbert Wiener says “we have machines which, if they were for the first time discovered by animal psychologists, would be said to think in the way animals do.”
    With regards to this 1954 prototype Roomba, Norbert Wiener says “we have machines which, if they were for the first time discovered by animal psychologists, would be said to think in the way animals do.”  ( 1 min )
  • Open

    tmblr.co/ZuM2Kye0WS214u00
    tmblr.co/ZuM2Kye0WS214u00
    RT by @losthunderlads: A groovy Star Trek poster from Jim Steranko, 1968
    A groovy Star Trek poster from Jim Steranko, 1968
  • Open

    RT by @pixelatedboat: some people are born losers, and you can tell because no amount of being in charge, being in a dominant position or getting exactly what they want can make them feel like a winner. which is why we get this shit
    some people are born losers, and you can tell because no amount of being in charge, being in a dominant position or getting exactly what they want can make them feel like a winner. which is why we get this shit  ( 1 min )
    R to @pixelatedboat: I laughed at some of the jokes and the third act wasn’t a letdown, so it’s in the top 10% of superhero movies
    I laughed at some of the jokes and the third act wasn’t a letdown, so it’s in the top 10% of superhero movies
    *quietly while everyone is distracted by the submarine thing* I liked The Flash. Fun movie
    *quietly while everyone is distracted by the submarine thing* I liked The Flash. Fun movie

  • Open

    regis philbin body count .xls
    regis philbin body count .xls
    R to @dril: it was easy
    it was easy
    i found the submarine , all
    i found the submarine , all
  • Open

    Unlikely pollinators in Brazil, climate-resilient coffee in Uganda, credible cryptozoology down under, and more in this month's Quick Hits https://trib.al/CG46uf5
    Unlikely pollinators in Brazil, climate-resilient coffee in Uganda, credible cryptozoology down under, and more in this month's Quick Hits trib.al/CG46uf5
    Efforts to discourage new smokers and help people quit are bringing smoking rates down in many places, but it’s going to take more to put an end to tobacco smoking altogether. Read this Special Report to learn more about the global battle against tobacco: https://bit.ly/3NFgH2X This is editorially independent content produced with support from Haleon.
    Efforts to discourage new smokers and help people quit are bringing smoking rates down in many places, but it’s going to take more to put an end to tobacco smoking altogether. bit.ly/3NFgH2X This is editorially independent content produced with support from Haleon.
    The American Lung Association says a proposed EPA rule to curtail tailpipe pollution could help the country avoid premature deaths and millions of asthma attacks https://trib.al/0MdER8J
    The American Lung Association says a proposed EPA rule to curtail tailpipe pollution could help the country avoid premature deaths and millions of asthma attacks trib.al/0MdER8J
    Research shows that disrupting the body's circadian rhythm raises cancer risk, and resetting it may bring that risk down https://trib.al/y45o4la
    Research shows that disrupting the body's circadian rhythm raises cancer risk, and resetting it may bring that risk down trib.al/y45o4la
    🎧 June marks the start of the Atlantic hurricane season. On this episode of Science, Quickly, we take you into some of nature's most monstrous storms. Listen now on @spotifypodcasts 🔗 https://bit.ly/3XkNZaS
    🎧 June marks the start of the Atlantic hurricane season. On this episode of Science, Quickly, we take you into some of nature's most monstrous storms. @spotifypodcasts 🔗 bit.ly/3XkNZaS
    A bacterial infection could be linked to endometriosis. https://trib.al/zUuEujZ
    A bacterial infection could be linked to endometriosis. trib.al/zUuEujZ
    Parrots are thriving. At least 60 parrot species have populations well outside their natural geographical ranges. Our attraction to parrots has played a key role in their rise to world domination—humans have traded and moved these birds around for millennia. Learn more about these smart, social and highly adaptable birds in our July/August issue: https://bit.ly/3CWnRK5
    Parrots are thriving. At least 60 parrot species have populations well outside their natural geographical ranges. Our attraction to parrots has played a key role in their rise to world domination—humans have traded and moved these birds around for millennia. bit.ly/3CWnRK5
    Wall lizards can “size up” invading competitors by smell alone https://trib.al/jVIC1fH
    Wall lizards can “size up” invading competitors by smell alone trib.al/jVIC1fH
    We should pay less attention to children's weight and more to their overall health by encouraging outdoor play | Editorial https://trib.al/tRHTn9e
    We should pay less attention to children's weight and more to their overall health by encouraging outdoor play | Editorial trib.al/tRHTn9e
    Tornados are moving east, OSIRIS-REx's asteroid sample is coming to Earth soon, and there's fresh treasure under the seafloor https://trib.al/21nv1hJ
    Tornados are moving east, OSIRIS-REx's asteroid sample is coming to Earth soon, and there's fresh treasure under the seafloor trib.al/21nv1hJ
    Though you might not be able to significantly boost your metabolism, there are ways to boost the energy your body burns while doing nothing https://trib.al/unfYbPd
    Though you might not be able to significantly boost your metabolism, there are ways to boost the energy your body burns while doing nothing trib.al/unfYbPd
    Smart, adaptable and loud, parrots are thriving in cities far outside their native ranges https://trib.al/w7lpC2y
    Smart, adaptable and loud, parrots are thriving in cities far outside their native ranges trib.al/w7lpC2y
    Cancer and dementia research is combined in a new 'biology-first' approach. [Sponsored by @EisaiUS] https://www.scientificamerican.com/custom-media/cancer-and-dementia-have-factors-in-common-so-why-study-them-separately1/?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=sacm_eisaius&utm_content=link-post
    Cancer and dementia research is combined in a new 'biology-first' approach. [Sponsored by @EisaiUS] scientificamerican.com/custo…
    New work suggests four distinct star system types—and finds our own in the rarest category https://trib.al/OcH2tFl
    New work suggests four distinct star system types—and finds our own in the rarest category trib.al/OcH2tFl
    Scientists have used quantum technology to track individual particles of light as they begin the process of photosynthesis https://trib.al/1GNcplQ
    Scientists have used quantum technology to track individual particles of light as they begin the process of photosynthesis trib.al/1GNcplQ
    Bold new simulations suggest the James Webb Space Telescope might be able to distinguish between competing dark matter models by studying primordial dwarf galaxies https://trib.al/MBfvwBg
    Bold new simulations suggest the James Webb Space Telescope might be able to distinguish between competing dark matter models by studying primordial dwarf galaxies trib.al/MBfvwBg
    Insects have surprisingly rich inner lives—a revelation that has wide-ranging ethical implications https://trib.al/PfhIZL6
    Insects have surprisingly rich inner lives—a revelation that has wide-ranging ethical implications trib.al/PfhIZL6
    The James Webb Space Telescope is giving us a glimpse of Population III stars. 🎧 On Cosmos, Quickly 🎙️ @krinjgy and @LeeBillings take a look at the first stars in the universe. Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://bit.ly/42LD5vJ
    The James Webb Space Telescope is giving us a glimpse of Population III stars. @krinjgy and @LeeBillings take a look at the first stars in the universe. bit.ly/42LD5vJ
    Infection by a particular group of bacteria could be linked to endometriosis. https://trib.al/S1CCYRi
    Infection by a particular group of bacteria could be linked to endometriosis. trib.al/S1CCYRi
  • Open

    these differences are within the margin of sampling + non-sampling error. my advice: wait for more data
    these differences are within the margin of sampling + non-sampling error. my advice: wait for more data nitter.net/mkraju/status/1671196757454094336#m
  • Open

    Consumer prices up 4.0 percent from May 2022 to May 2023 https://www.bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/consumer-prices-up-4-0-percent-from-may-2022-to-may-2023.htm #BLSdata
    Consumer prices up 4.0 percent from May 2022 to May 2023 bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/consum… #BLSdata
    Consumer prices up 4.0 percent from May 2022 to May 2023 https://www.bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/consumer-prices-up-4-0-percent-from-may-2022-to-may-2023.htm #BLSdata
    Consumer prices up 4.0 percent from May 2022 to May 2023 bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/consum… #BLSdata
  • Open

    Don’t miss your chance to sign up for Nature Briefing, the essential weekday newsletter packed with science news, opinion and analysis, and you can be in with a chance to win a selection of adorable plush toys from GIANTmicrobes! https://bit.ly/3q82FNN
    Don’t miss your chance to sign up for Nature Briefing, the essential weekday newsletter packed with science news, opinion and analysis, and you can be in with a chance to win a selection of adorable plush toys from GIANTmicrobes! bit.ly/3q82FNN
    Nature research paper: Structural basis for the binding of DNP and purine nucleotides onto UCP1 https://go.nature.com/3p4q3fe
    Nature research paper: Structural basis for the binding of DNP and purine nucleotides onto UCP1 go.nature.com/3p4q3fe
    Editorial: The Sustainable Development Goals are failing. Science can do more to save them https://go.nature.com/46qZwcT
    Editorial: The Sustainable Development Goals are failing. Science can do more to save them go.nature.com/46qZwcT
    How scientists are hacking the genetic code to give proteins new powers https://go.nature.com/43TWbRJ
    How scientists are hacking the genetic code to give proteins new powers go.nature.com/43TWbRJ
    From the archive: Oxford observatory delayed, and cyclone mysteries https://go.nature.com/42M6J3X
    From the archive: Oxford observatory delayed, and cyclone mysteries go.nature.com/42M6J3X
    Tiny spinning robots sorted themselves into this beautiful pattern https://go.nature.com/3Jm0SeS
    Tiny spinning robots sorted themselves into this beautiful pattern go.nature.com/3Jm0SeS
    A new building block for constructing organic molecules https://go.nature.com/3Xi8nZT
    A new building block for constructing organic molecules go.nature.com/3Xi8nZT
    Developing a soft robot ‘skin’ that enables touch-based interaction https://go.nature.com/46fgURG
    Developing a soft robot ‘skin’ that enables touch-based interaction go.nature.com/46fgURG
    Nature research paper: No thick carbon dioxide atmosphere on the rocky exoplanet TRAPPIST-1 c https://go.nature.com/3pbDEkG
    Nature research paper: No thick carbon dioxide atmosphere on the rocky exoplanet TRAPPIST-1 c go.nature.com/3pbDEkG
    Astronomers have reported that there is probably no tantalizing atmosphere on the planet TRAPPIST-1 c, just as they reported months ago for its neighbour TRAPPIST-1 b https://go.nature.com/3qWsBw9
    Astronomers have reported that there is probably no tantalizing atmosphere on the planet TRAPPIST-1 c, just as they reported months ago for its neighbour TRAPPIST-1 b go.nature.com/3qWsBw9
    Researchers say a plan is needed to ensure countries aren’t being exploited, if the world is to prevent the next pandemic https://go.nature.com/3CCoLep
    Researchers say a plan is needed to ensure countries aren’t being exploited, if the world is to prevent the next pandemic go.nature.com/3CCoLep
    Particle, wave, both or neither? The experiment that challenges all we know about reality https://go.nature.com/3pcyEwi
    Particle, wave, both or neither? The experiment that challenges all we know about reality go.nature.com/3pcyEwi
  • Open

    This tuna melt comes with all the bells and whistles: mashed avocado, sliced tomato, crispy bacon, pickled jalapeños, and melted cheese in two forms. https://www.seriouseats.com/tuna-melt-avocado-bacon-tomato?taid=64922f87ef81bc00012d982b&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    This tuna melt comes with all the bells and whistles: mashed avocado, sliced tomato, crispy bacon, pickled jalapeños, and melted cheese in two forms. seriouseats.com/tuna-melt-av…
    The ultimate pork chops start with an overnight dry-brine, before being cooked gently in an oven, and finished off with a sear in a hot skillet. https://www.seriouseats.com/perfect-pan-seared-pork-chop-recipe?taid=6492216fef81bc00012d92df&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    The ultimate pork chops start with an overnight dry-brine, before being cooked gently in an oven, and finished off with a sear in a hot skillet. seriouseats.com/perfect-pan-…
    A kimchi-and-buttermilk brine tenderizes and seasons chicken thighs, which are fried until they're super crisp and craggy. https://www.seriouseats.com/kimchi-fried-chicken-recipe?taid=649213586545c90001a22dfd&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    A kimchi-and-buttermilk brine tenderizes and seasons chicken thighs, which are fried until they're super crisp and craggy. seriouseats.com/kimchi-fried…
    A winning combination of salt cod, thyme, Scotch bonnet pepper, and scallion makes these crisp, savory fritters irresistible. https://www.seriouseats.com/salt-fish-fritters-recipe-7505265?taid=6491f74e7bd79800015f289e&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    A winning combination of salt cod, thyme, Scotch bonnet pepper, and scallion makes these crisp, savory fritters irresistible. seriouseats.com/salt-fish-fr…
    It has a dual fine-mesh filter for clean-tasting coffee and sports an easy to wash glass body. https://www.seriouseats.com/espro-p3-french-press-sale-7547115?taid=6491e95649cd0f00017ab718&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    It has a dual fine-mesh filter for clean-tasting coffee and sports an easy to wash glass body. seriouseats.com/espro-p3-fre…
    The classic, crunchy, sour-salty-sweet green papaya salad https://www.seriouseats.com/som-tam-green-papaya-salad-5208332?taid=6491db3383d8050001b7333b&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    The classic, crunchy, sour-salty-sweet green papaya salad seriouseats.com/som-tam-gree…
    We tested 16 rolling pins to find out which were the best—evaluating their performance, usability, and cleanup. https://www.seriouseats.com/how-to-choose-the-best-rolling-pin?taid=6491bf24ef81bc00012d73eb&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    We tested 16 rolling pins to find out which were the best—evaluating their performance, usability, and cleanup. seriouseats.com/how-to-choos…
    Tender, well-marbled steak, sautéed onions, and melty provolone cheese served in a soft but sturdy hoagie roll define this classic Philly sandwich. https://www.seriouseats.com/philly-cheesesteak-recipe-7546830?taid=6491b112ef81bc00012d707a&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Tender, well-marbled steak, sautéed onions, and melty provolone cheese served in a soft but sturdy hoagie roll define this classic Philly sandwich. seriouseats.com/philly-chees…
    With a few bricks and some aluminum foil, you can build a better skewer-grilling system. https://www.seriouseats.com/how-to-set-up-grill-for-skewers?taid=6490fa3149cd0f0001bfb3d6&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    With a few bricks and some aluminum foil, you can build a better skewer-grilling system. seriouseats.com/how-to-set-u…
  • Open

    RT by @berkeley_ai: Today we presented our work on Action Recognition with 3D pose and tracking at #CVPR. We also released our code, models, and dataset of 1.5 million human trajectories. Code: https://github.com/brjathu/LART Project Page: http://people.eecs.berkeley.edu/~jathushan/LART
    Today we presented our work on Action Recognition with 3D pose and tracking at #CVPR. github.com/brjathu/LART people.eecs.berkeley.edu/~ja…
  • Open

    RT by @ground_guru: Big change to #PL2 next season. Intrigued to see how it works out...
    Big change to #PL2 next season. Intrigued to see how it works out... nitter.net/ground_guru/status/1671070243458785280#m
    RT by @ground_guru: 🚨 ICYMI | The story we broke this morning regarding changes to PL2 for next season. 🚨
    🚨 ICYMI | The story we broke this morning regarding changes to PL2 for next season. 🚨 nitter.net/ground_guru/status/1671072254224941056#m
    RT by @ground_guru: Great piece on engaging developmental players and connecting to the first team model https://trainingground.guru/articles/tom-hocking-empowering-players-with-analysis-at-wolves-academy
    Great piece on engaging developmental players and connecting to the first team model trainingground.guru/articles…
    RT by @ground_guru: Changes to the Premier League 2 for the upcoming season No promotion of relegation All 25 Cat 1 teams in one group Clubs vote for Swiss system Read the full story here🔽
    Changes to the Premier League 2 for the upcoming season nitter.net/ground_guru/status/1671070243458785280#m
    RT by @ground_guru: There are no secrets in sport, but with everything we now have at our disposal, the informal, one to one, non-threatening conversation is as good as anything at our disposal, still. I watched a master at it all week, and the young players crave it too. There you go #coaching
    There are no secrets in sport, but with everything we now have at our disposal, the informal, one to one, non-threatening conversation is as good as anything at our disposal, still. I watched a master at it all week, and the young players crave it too. There you go #coaching
    RT by @ground_guru: 👍
    👍 nitter.net/ground_guru/status/1671129629233491973#m
    Tom Hocking: Engaging young players with analysis at @Wolves Academy https://trainingground.guru/articles/tom-hocking-empowering-players-with-analysis-at-wolves-academy
    Tom Hocking: Engaging young players with analysis at @Wolves Academy trainingground.guru/articles…
    "Recent evidence indicates stress may hamper the updating of memories... & induce a shift from a flexible, cognitive form of learning towards rather rigid habit-like behaviour" Tom Hocking: Creating a training environment for analysis @WolvesAcademy https://trainingground.guru/articles/tom-hocking-empowering-players-with-analysis-at-wolves-academy
    "Recent evidence indicates stress may hamper the updating of memories... & induce a shift from a flexible, cognitive form of learning towards rather rigid habit-like behaviour" @WolvesAcademy trainingground.guru/articles…
    "If I hadn't seen that by doing my homework, maybe he would have caught me out." @kylewalker2 on the importance of analysis https://trainingground.guru/articles/tom-hocking-empowering-players-with-analysis-at-wolves-academy
    "If I hadn't seen that by doing my homework, maybe he would have caught me out." @kylewalker2 on the importance of analysis trainingground.guru/articles… nitter.net/ground_guru/status/1671129348168884225#m
    RT by @ground_guru: "For someone like @kylewalker2 to say that should be a boost for all analysts." Tom Hocking @WolvesAcademy https://trainingground.guru/articles/tom-hocking-empowering-players-with-analysis-at-wolves-academy
    "For someone like @kylewalker2 to say that should be a boost for all analysts." @WolvesAcademy trainingground.guru/articles…
    RT by @ground_guru: Tom Hocking: Empowering players with analysis @WolvesAcademy #WWFC @veotechnologies https://trainingground.guru/articles/tom-hocking-empowering-players-with-analysis-at-wolves-academy
    Tom Hocking: Empowering players with analysis @WolvesAcademy #WWFC @veotechnologies trainingground.guru/articles…
    Fantastic resource and account 👇👇
    Fantastic resource and account nitter.net/youthhawk/status/1671112799509008384#m
    RT by @ground_guru: Interesting https://trainingground.guru/articles/premier-league-2-to-switch-to-swiss-style-format-from-next-season
    Interesting trainingground.guru/articles…
    RT by @ground_guru: One league or two. U21s or U23s. We've covered PL2 extensively since its inception in 2016 and will continue to be your one-stop shop in 2023/24, covering every game and every goal. http://youthhawk.co.uk/w/index.php/2022-23_Premier_League_2
    One league or two. U21s or U23s. We've covered PL2 extensively since its inception in 2016 and will continue to be your one-stop shop in 2023/24, covering every game and every goal. youthhawk.co.uk/w/index.php/… nitter.net/youthhawk/status/1671068575992279041#m
    RT by @ground_guru: Bardzo duże zmiany w Premier League 2, w której rywalizują drużyny U21 akademii pierwszej kategorii: - koniec z podziałem na dwie dywizje i spadkami oraz awansami, - wprowadzony zostanie system szwajcarski, - 25 drużyn będzie podzielonych na pięć koszyków.
    Bardzo duże zmiany w Premier League 2, w której rywalizują drużyny U21 akademii pierwszej kategorii: nitter.net/ground_guru/status/1671070243458785280#m
    RT by @ground_guru: Major change to elite U21 competition from next season: - 1 league with 25 teams - clubs seeded in 5 pots - no promotion or relegation - top 16 qualify for knock-out @youthhawk https://trainingground.guru/articles/premier-league-2-to-switch-to-swiss-style-format-from-next-season
    Major change to elite U21 competition from next season: @youthhawk trainingground.guru/articles… nitter.net/ground_guru/status/1671070243458785280#m
    "Many of the more established clubs have been in favour of removing relegation for some time, believing that the desire to maintain league position has overshadowed development decisions regarding individual players." @youthhawk https://trainingground.guru/articles/premier-league-2-to-switch-to-swiss-style-format-from-next-season
    "Many of the more established clubs have been in favour of removing relegation for some time, believing that the desire to maintain league position has overshadowed development decisions regarding individual players." @youthhawk trainingground.guru/articles… nitter.net/ground_guru/status/1671070243458785280#m
    RT by @ground_guru: Six fewer fixtures for #CFCDev. plus the lack of UEFA Youth League this season, means you can make a safe assumption that Chelsea will seek alternative ways to add to their games programme, be it formal PL-organised competitions or otherwise.
    Six fewer fixtures for #CFCDev. plus the lack of UEFA Youth League this season, means you can make a safe assumption that Chelsea will seek alternative ways to add to their games programme, be it formal PL-organised competitions or otherwise. nitter.net/ground_guru/status/1671070243458785280#m
    RT by @ground_guru: Premier League 2 to switch to Swiss-style format from next season - Training Ground Guru http://dlvr.it/SqxPqM
    Premier League 2 to switch to Swiss-style format from next season - Training Ground Guru dlvr.it/SqxPqM
  • Open

    In a new interview, Cathy Whitlock talks about testifying in Held v. Montana, a groundbreaking lawsuit arguing that Montana’s energy policies contribute to #ClimateChange. and therefore violate a right to “a clean and healthful environment.” https://scim.ag/34z
    In a new interview, Cathy Whitlock talks about testifying in Held v. Montana, a groundbreaking lawsuit arguing that Montana’s energy policies contribute to #ClimateChange. and therefore violate a right to “a clean and healthful environment.” scim.ag/34z
    Prodigious self-citation has enabled the Saveetha Dental College to top global lists, a new investigation finds. https://scim.ag/34v
    Prodigious self-citation has enabled the Saveetha Dental College to top global lists, a new investigation finds. scim.ag/34v
    An extensive effort to sequence the genomes of more than a dozen snake species has uncovered mutations that likely helped make their appendages vanish, as well as the DNA underlying other unusual traits. https://scim.ag/34q
    An extensive effort to sequence the genomes of more than a dozen snake species has uncovered mutations that likely helped make their appendages vanish, as well as the DNA underlying other unusual traits. scim.ag/34q
    Researchers around the globe are now trying to revive antibody treatments to treat #COVID19 by redesigning them to take aim at targets that are less prone to mutation. https://scim.ag/34m
    Researchers around the globe are now trying to revive antibody treatments to treat #COVID19 by redesigning them to take aim at targets that are less prone to mutation. scim.ag/34m
    New findings show #ClimateChange won’t affect every reef the same way—and offer an island of hope for coral conservation in our warm future. https://scim.ag/34i
    New findings show #ClimateChange won’t affect every reef the same way—and offer an island of hope for coral conservation in our warm future. scim.ag/34i
    “That so many titles were unable to meet their OA growth targets suggests that for some publishers, the transition to full and immediate open access is unlikely to happen in a reasonable time frame.” https://scim.ag/34c
    “That so many titles were unable to meet their OA growth targets suggests that for some publishers, the transition to full and immediate open access is unlikely to happen in a reasonable time frame.” scim.ag/34c
    Removing trash from the ocean may not be as harmless as it seems. https://scim.ag/34b
    Removing trash from the ocean may not be as harmless as it seems. scim.ag/34b
    Surplus #COVID19 vaccines are off limits to researchers who want to test next generation shots against existing ones. https://scim.ag/347
    Surplus #COVID19 vaccines are off limits to researchers who want to test next generation shots against existing ones. scim.ag/347
    Postdocs and staff scientists at the University of Washington reached a tentative agreement with university administrators, with both groups securing higher pay. https://scim.ag/33Z
    Postdocs and staff scientists at the University of Washington reached a tentative agreement with university administrators, with both groups securing higher pay. scim.ag/33Z
    Dogs and humans have been together for a long time. #ScienceMagArchives https://scim.ag/33X
    Dogs and humans have been together for a long time. #ScienceMagArchives scim.ag/33X
    The practice may be linked to healthier infant development, but safety and efficacy concerns still remain. https://scim.ag/33U
    The practice may be linked to healthier infant development, but safety and efficacy concerns still remain. scim.ag/33U
    A food dye from a South American fruit has become a test case for the ethical development of natural resources. #LongReads https://scim.ag/33S
    A food dye from a South American fruit has become a test case for the ethical development of natural resources. #LongReads scim.ag/33S
    A novel cancer vaccine tailored to genetic changes in a person’s tumor is showing promise in the clinic. https://scim.ag/33R
    A novel cancer vaccine tailored to genetic changes in a person’s tumor is showing promise in the clinic. scim.ag/33R
    How far will you go to stash your snacks? For some squirrels, it’s a gravity-defying act of carpentry. https://scim.ag/33Q
    How far will you go to stash your snacks? scim.ag/33Q
    The idea behind thermal batteries is to feed surplus wind or solar electricity to a heating element, which boosts the temperature of a liquid metal bath or a graphite block to several thousand degrees. #ScienceMagArchives https://scim.ag/33O
    The idea behind thermal batteries is to feed surplus wind or solar electricity to a heating element, which boosts the temperature of a liquid metal bath or a graphite block to several thousand degrees. #ScienceMagArchives scim.ag/33O
    An MIT class exercise shows how easily #AI tools can be used to order a bioweapon. https://scim.ag/33M
    An MIT class exercise shows how easily #AI tools can be used to order a bioweapon. scim.ag/33M
    Trees, regardless of their diameter, height, or elastic properties, don't tend to break until wind speeds reach about 42 m/s (94 mph). https://scim.ag/33K #ScienceMagArchives
    Trees, regardless of their diameter, height, or elastic properties, don't tend to break until wind speeds reach about 42 m/s (94 mph). scim.ag/33K #ScienceMagArchives
  • Open

    "In this process I have been reminded that, in any coming out, the community catches you." #PrideMonth @ScienceCareers https://scim.ag/34w
    "In this process I have been reminded that, in any coming out, the community catches you." #PrideMonth @ScienceCareers scim.ag/34w
    How has the cat become so globally ubiquitous and popular? The Cat’s Meow, a new book by evolutionary biologist @JLosos, has answers. Learn more: https://scim.ag/34s @SciMagBooks
    How has the cat become so globally ubiquitous and popular? @JLosos, has answers. Learn more: scim.ag/34s @SciMagBooks
    RT by @ScienceMagazine: An RNA supports the migration and invasiveness of breast and lung cancer cells, scientists discover a “sticking point” mechanism that helps activate T cells, and more in this week’s new issue of #ScienceSignaling. https://scim.ag/34p
    An RNA supports the migration and invasiveness of breast and lung cancer cells, scientists discover a “sticking point” mechanism that helps activate T cells, and more in this week’s new issue of #ScienceSignaling. scim.ag/34p
    Molecular machines developed from DNA-conjugated microtubules were capable of cooperatively loading and transporting cargo to specific locations under the control of light. https://scim.ag/34l @SciRobotics
    Molecular machines developed from DNA-conjugated microtubules were capable of cooperatively loading and transporting cargo to specific locations under the control of light. scim.ag/34l @SciRobotics
    R to @ScienceMagazine: Why is #LightPollution so difficult to measure? On this week's #SciencePodcast🎙️, @boron110 tackles this question with researcher Stefan Wallner, and discusses how coordination between disciplines is required to protect dark nights. 🎧 Listen here: https://scim.ag/31G
    Why is #LightPollution so difficult to measure? #SciencePodcast🎙️, @boron110 tackles this question with researcher Stefan Wallner, and discusses how coordination between disciplines is required to protect dark nights. scim.ag/31G
    R to @ScienceMagazine: A new #SciencePolicyForum examines existing #LightPollution regulations in various jurisdictions and discusses how they can be improved. https://scim.ag/32j
    A new #SciencePolicyForum examines existing #LightPollution regulations in various jurisdictions and discusses how they can be improved. scim.ag/32j
    R to @ScienceMagazine: A new #ScienceReview looks at how professional and amateur astronomers are affected by #LightPollution, including from satellite constellations. https://scim.ag/32i
    A new #ScienceReview looks at how professional and amateur astronomers are affected by #LightPollution, including from satellite constellations. scim.ag/32i
    R to @ScienceMagazine: A new #ScienceReview investigates how humans respond to nocturnal light exposure, disturbing sleep cycles and increasing the risk of some diseases. https://scim.ag/32h #LightPollution
    A new #ScienceReview investigates how humans respond to nocturnal light exposure, disturbing sleep cycles and increasing the risk of some diseases. scim.ag/32h #LightPollution
    R to @ScienceMagazine: Artificial light at night has variable and complex impacts on plants and animals, disrupting entire ecosystems, according to a new #ScienceReview. https://scim.ag/32g #LightPollution
    Artificial light at night has variable and complex impacts on plants and animals, disrupting entire ecosystems, according to a new #ScienceReview. scim.ag/32g #LightPollution
    R to @ScienceMagazine: Researchers need better ways to measure and monitor artificial light at night to improve our understanding of #LightPollution’s causes and to develop mitigation strategies, argues a new #ScienceReview. https://scim.ag/32f
    Researchers need better ways to measure and monitor artificial light at night to improve our understanding of #LightPollution’s causes and to develop mitigation strategies, argues a new #ScienceReview. scim.ag/32f
    In @ScienceAdvances, researchers introduce a paper-like, battery-free sensor that uses #AI to assess wound healing. The sensor enables a 97% accuracy in early detection of adverse events, such as infection, and could improve wound care management. https://scim.ag/349
    In @ScienceAdvances, researchers introduce a paper-like, battery-free sensor that uses #AI to assess wound healing. scim.ag/349
    "It is important to consider not only who does the science but also who receives the fruits of science if the Global South is to leapfrog into an equitable present and future," argues a new #ScienceEditorial by @TWASnews President Quarraisha Abdool Karim. https://scim.ag/342
    "It is important to consider not only who does the science but also who receives the fruits of science if the Global South is to leapfrog into an equitable present and future," argues a new #ScienceEditorial by @TWASnews President Quarraisha Abdool Karim. scim.ag/342
    Five of the most common shark species living in coral reefs have declined 60% to 73%, according to a massive global study in Science. 📄: https://scim.ag/33W #SciencePerspective: https://scim.ag/33V
    Five of the most common shark species living in coral reefs have declined 60% to 73%, according to a massive global study in Science. scim.ag/33W #SciencePerspective: scim.ag/33V
    The #AI Act, a groundbreaking draft law adopted with overwhelming majority by the European Parliament, provides a glimpse into the future of governance of AI, argues a new #ScienceEditorial. https://scim.ag/33T
    The #AI Act, a groundbreaking draft law adopted with overwhelming majority by the European Parliament, provides a glimpse into the future of governance of AI, argues a new #ScienceEditorial. scim.ag/33T
    Artificial atoms created from cesium ions on an InSb(110) surface can be used to emulate the molecular orbitals of organic molecules. Learn more in Science: https://scim.ag/33P
    Artificial atoms created from cesium ions on an InSb(110) surface can be used to emulate the molecular orbitals of organic molecules. scim.ag/33P
    Forest trees grown close together can protect each other from wind damage—even from the forceful gusts of a severe tropical storm, according to a study last year in @ScienceAdvances. https://scim.ag/33N #ScienceMagArchives
    Forest trees grown close together can protect each other from wind damage—even from the forceful gusts of a severe tropical storm, according to a study last year in @ScienceAdvances. scim.ag/33N #ScienceMagArchives
    Crops grown without sunlight could help feed astronauts bound for Mars, and someday supplement dinner plates on Earth. Learn more in this @NewsfromScience feature: https://scim.ag/33L
    Crops grown without sunlight could help feed astronauts bound for Mars, and someday supplement dinner plates on Earth. @NewsfromScience feature: scim.ag/33L
  • Open

    RT by @OptaAnalyst: While certain teams might be targeting point guards and big men in Thursday's NBA Draft, it seems every team can always use another two-way wing. We've used our NBA Draft Model to identify the players that offer the most two-way potential at the wing. https://theanalyst.com/na/2023/06/top-two-way-wings-2023-nba-draft/
    While certain teams might be targeting point guards and big men in Thursday's NBA Draft, it seems every team can always use another two-way wing. theanalyst.com/na/2023/06/to…
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: Why Everyone Wants Moises Caicedo 💰 🔵 Outstanding defensive numbers 🔵 Press resistant on the ball 🔵 A box-to-box machine We profile one of the most sought-after Premier League midfielders 📊👇
    Why Everyone Wants Moises Caicedo 💰 🔵 Outstanding defensive numbers 🔵 Press resistant on the ball 🔵 A box-to-box machine We profile one of the most sought-after Premier League midfielders 📊👇
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: 𝐁𝐢𝐠 𝐌𝐚𝐧 𝐔𝐩 🔝 With teams now able to press better than ever before, is it time for your side to deploy a Big Man Up Top™ to combat that? @alitweedale investigates the data 📊
    𝐁𝐢𝐠 𝐌𝐚𝐧 𝐔𝐩 🔝 @alitweedale investigates the data 📊
    𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐞𝐫 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐠𝐮𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐠𝐮𝐞 𝟐: The Key Differences 📈 How does the style of Football change as you journey down the English Football pyramid? Well, we have the answers. Read our in-depth study on the differences between the top four tiers in England. ⬇️
    𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐞𝐫 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐠𝐮𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐠𝐮𝐞 𝟐: The Key Differences 📈 How does the style of Football change as you journey down the English Football pyramid? Well, we have the answers. Read our in-depth study on the differences between the top four tiers in England. ⬇️
    🥉 Third in the Premier League 🏆 Ended a six-year trophy drought 🔢 Their second-best points tally post-Ferguson Overall, Erik ten Hag's first season at Man Utd was a success, but they can't afford to stand still. So, what should they focus on improving?
    🥉 Third in the Premier League 🏆 Ended a six-year trophy drought 🔢 Their second-best points tally post-Ferguson Overall, Erik ten Hag's first season at Man Utd was a success, but they can't afford to stand still. So, what should they focus on improving?
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: 𝓢𝓽𝓪𝓻𝓫𝓸𝔂 Bukayo Saka couldn't even remember the last time he scored a hat-trick at 𝑦𝑜𝑢𝑡ℎ level, so Monday's treble was momentous for the Arsenal star. Here are the @OptaJoe numbers that highlight the significance of his achievement... ⚽⚽⚽ https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/opta-numbers-behind-bukayo-saka-first-career-hat-trick/
    𝓢𝓽𝓪𝓻𝓫𝓸𝔂 @OptaJoe numbers that highlight the significance of his achievement... theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/op…
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: U21 Euros: Players to Watch 👀 Figo, Cannavaro, Pirlo and Thiago are among the previous recipients of the 'Golden Player' award. But who could be the next to join them? We analysed 5 players to keep an eye on as the tournament kicks off 👇 https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/under-21-european-championship-players-to-watch/
    U21 Euros: Players to Watch 👀 theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/un…
    Have you taken on the Opta Quiz podcast yet ❓ Play and subscribe on your favourite podcast platforms. Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/opta-quiz/id1691049656 Google: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly90aGVhbmFseXN0LmNvbS9mZWVkL3BvZGNhc3Qvb3B0YS1xdWl6Lw Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ffm6r8y7EtjToyE01INQg Others: https://linktr.ee/optaquiz https://theanalyst.com/eu/podcast/world-cup-quiz-opta-quiz/
    Have you taken on the Opta Quiz podcast yet ❓ podcasts.apple.com/us/podcas… podcasts.google.com/?feed=aH… open.spotify.com/show/3ffm6r… linktr.ee/optaquiz theanalyst.com/eu/podcast/wo…
  • Open

    Video
    No content preview
    Video
    No content preview
  • Open

    guess the fyp only serves photos now so here’s a serving of freezer beef
    guess the fyp only serves photos now so here’s a serving of freezer beef  ( 1 min )
  • Open

    RT by @losthunderlads: As a source of knowledge about the past, 31% of Americans trust college professors (vs just 7% for TV news) "a great deal". When profs go on cable TV they are spending trust that generations of scholars have earned to help cable news. https://www.historians.org/research-and-publications/history-the-past-and-public-culture-results-from-a-national-survey/4-which-sources-of-the-past-are-viewed-as-trustworthy
    As a source of knowledge about the past, 31% of Americans trust college professors (vs just 7% for TV news) "a great deal". When profs go on cable TV they are spending trust that generations of scholars have earned to help cable news. historians.org/research-and-…
    tmblr.co/ZuM2Kye0BrlYya00
    tmblr.co/ZuM2Kye0BrlYya00
  • Open

    Today's #SCOTUS order list is here: https://www.supremecourt.gov/orders/courtorders/062023zor_4gc5.pdf
    Today's #SCOTUS order list is here: supremecourt.gov/orders/cour…
    #SCOTUS agrees to decide whether US is immune from lawsuits for violations of Fair Credit Reporting Act
    #SCOTUS agrees to decide whether US is immune from lawsuits for violations of Fair Credit Reporting Act
    But first, orders from the justices' private conference last week are expected at 9:30 am today.
    But first, orders from the justices' private conference last week are expected at 9:30 am today. nitter.net/AHoweBlogger/status/1671146292351844352#m
    #SCOTUS expected to release opinions on Thursday and Friday of this week. The justices have 18 as-yet-undecided cases.
    #SCOTUS expected to release opinions on Thursday and Friday of this week. The justices have 18 as-yet-undecided cases.
    RT by @AHoweBlogger: There will be a lot of bad information today about this standard scheduling order by Judge Cannon. Although the case is currently set for August, that’s not a real date. It’s just a place setter. The case will get continued. https://storage.courtlistener.com/recap/gov.uscourts.flsd.648652/gov.uscourts.flsd.648652.28.0.pdf
    There will be a lot of bad information today about this standard scheduling order by Judge Cannon. Although the case is currently set for August, that’s not a real date. It’s just a place setter. The case will get continued. storage.courtlistener.com/re…
  • Open

    Here’s this week’s cartoon for @guardian_sport https://www.theguardian.com/football/ng-interactive/2023/jun/20/david-squires-on-jack-grealish-and-his-week-long-treble-celebrations
    Here’s this week’s cartoon for @guardian_sport theguardian.com/football/ng-…
  • Open

    RT by @ZoubinGhahrama1: [De retour de #VivaTech] 🌍 En quoi l'#IA nous aide-t-elle face aux défis sociétaux ? ❓ Comment développer l'IA de façon responsable ? 🇫🇷 Quelle est la mission du centre de recherche en IA de @Google à Paris ? 📽️ Les réponses de @ZoubinGhahrama1, VP Research @Google @DeepMind
    [De retour de #VivaTech] #IA nous aide-t-elle face aux défis sociétaux ? @Google à Paris ? @ZoubinGhahrama1, VP Research @Google @DeepMind
  • Open

    RT by @tetraduzione: The code of our scalable neural #ASP is online. Check it out. https://github.com/ml-research/SLASH
    The code of our scalable neural #ASP is online. Check it out. github.com/ml-research/SLASH

  • Open

    Are you a postdoc? We want to hear how your career in science has fared over the past three years. Have cost-of-living rises, workforce shortages, or AI affected you? Let us know: https://go.nature.com/3p9jbgi
    Are you a postdoc? We want to hear how your career in science has fared over the past three years. Have cost-of-living rises, workforce shortages, or AI affected you? Let us know: go.nature.com/3p9jbgi
    RT by @Nature: This #Pride piece includes astute and thoughtful reporting by @sophurky. And don't skip the sidebar where trans scientists tell their truths. Coming out at work: transgender scientists share their stories https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-023-01908-y
    This #Pride piece includes astute and thoughtful reporting by @sophurky. And don't skip the sidebar where trans scientists tell their truths. nature.com/articles/d41586-0…
    Pay, perks and culture shocks: a toolkit for scientists moving to industry https://go.nature.com/3Pk7IFv
    Pay, perks and culture shocks: a toolkit for scientists moving to industry go.nature.com/3Pk7IFv
    Christina Termini’s tweet on her do-it-yourself system for managing lab inventory went viral. Here’s how to implement the tool #AcademicChatter https://go.nature.com/3Jjiecl
    Christina Termini’s tweet on her do-it-yourself system for managing lab inventory went viral. Here’s how to implement the tool #AcademicChatter go.nature.com/3Jjiecl
    Human depletion of underground reservoirs has shifted the global distribution of water so much that the North Pole has drifted by more more than 4 centimetres per year https://go.nature.com/3Pk7P3J
    Human depletion of underground reservoirs has shifted the global distribution of water so much that the North Pole has drifted by more more than 4 centimetres per year go.nature.com/3Pk7P3J
    R to @Nature: Get this Briefing free in your inbox 📩 sign up at: https://www.nature.com/briefing/signup/?utm_source=twt_nnc&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=briefingthread
    Get this Briefing free in your inbox 📩 sign up at: nature.com/briefing/signup/?…
    R to @Nature: Last week, our penguin puzzle saw Leif Penguinson exploring the dense forests of Karkonosze National Park in southwestern Poland. Did you find the penguin?
    Last week, our penguin puzzle saw Leif Penguinson exploring the dense forests of Karkonosze National Park in southwestern Poland. Did you find the penguin?
  • Open

    Tuna marinated with vinegar, onions, tomatoes, ginger and chiles. https://www.seriouseats.com/kinilaw-5193131?taid=6490ddfa7bd79800015eeb85&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Tuna marinated with vinegar, onions, tomatoes, ginger and chiles. seriouseats.com/kinilaw-5193…
    This mayo-free tuna salad is loaded with Mediterranean flavors, including plenty of fresh olive oil, capers, olives, fennel, celery, and a splash of lemon. https://www.seriouseats.com/mediterranean-tuna-salad-sandwich-recipe?taid=6490c1e283d8050001b6f508&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    This mayo-free tuna salad is loaded with Mediterranean flavors, including plenty of fresh olive oil, capers, olives, fennel, celery, and a splash of lemon. seriouseats.com/mediterranea…
    An easy, one-skillet swordfish dinner straight from Southern Italy. https://www.seriouseats.com/agghiotta-di-pesce-spada-sicilian-braised-swordfish-with-tomatoes-and-olives-5212333?taid=6490a5ef83d8050001b6ef26&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    An easy, one-skillet swordfish dinner straight from Southern Italy. seriouseats.com/agghiotta-di…
    Everything you'll need to stock a full Jamaican pantry. https://www.seriouseats.com/jamaican-essential-ingredients?taid=649097dc6545c9000155ad0f&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Everything you'll need to stock a full Jamaican pantry. seriouseats.com/jamaican-ess…
    Cauliflower cooked down into a savory-sweet sauce with Sicilian staples: anchovies, pine nuts, raisins, saffron, and toasted breadcrumbs. https://www.seriouseats.com/pasta-chi-vruoccoli-arriminati-sicilian-pasta-with-cauliflower?taid=649089e47bd79800015edc0d&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Cauliflower cooked down into a savory-sweet sauce with Sicilian staples: anchovies, pine nuts, raisins, saffron, and toasted breadcrumbs. seriouseats.com/pasta-chi-vr…
    Mired in the stench, people danced, drank, shared stories, and fell in love, all in the name of a single iconic dish. https://www.seriouseats.com/chitlin-strut-salley-south-carolina?taid=64906daf9149e00001808345&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Mired in the stench, people danced, drank, shared stories, and fell in love, all in the name of a single iconic dish. seriouseats.com/chitlin-stru…
    Chilly bears, a.k.a. flips, a.k.a. honeydrippers, a.k.a huckabucks, are a frozen treat that embodies the twinned culinary histories of frozen desserts in America and the traditional red drinks of the African diaspora. https://www.seriouseats.com/chilly-bears-frozen-cup-history?taid=64905fb133bd120001fd753f&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Chilly bears, a.k.a. flips, a.k.a. honeydrippers, a.k.a huckabucks, are a frozen treat that embodies the twinned culinary histories of frozen desserts in America and the traditional red drinks of the African diaspora. seriouseats.com/chilly-bears…
    Hot sauce is used twice to season these super flavorful veggie burgers. https://www.seriouseats.com/hot-sauce-spiked-mushroom-veggie-burgers-recipe-5188512?taid=648fa8a7bfb6b300016bbd3e&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Hot sauce is used twice to season these super flavorful veggie burgers. seriouseats.com/hot-sauce-sp…
    We tested every variable to find the best method and ingredients to make the ultimate Genovese-style basil pesto sauce that tastes just like it came from the Ligurian hills of Italy. https://www.seriouseats.com/best-pesto-recipe?taid=648f9a9dcdd3ac0001dde7a2&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    We tested every variable to find the best method and ingredients to make the ultimate Genovese-style basil pesto sauce that tastes just like it came from the Ligurian hills of Italy. seriouseats.com/best-pesto-r…
  • Open

    The Man Show is not gay . Its smart
    The Man Show is not gay . Its smart
    the titanic is still out there taking lives and everyone on here is too busy posting pictures of their fat penis to care
    the titanic is still out there taking lives and everyone on here is too busy posting pictures of their fat penis to care
    some times you see a person on here screaming and accusing you of being a "ho" and you click onto their profile and its this guy
    some times you see a person on here screaming and accusing you of being a "ho" and you click onto their profile and its this guy
    they brought back the man show but the hosts just spend 28 minutes every episode talking about sucking womens toes and feet. WOKE!
    they brought back the man show but the hosts just spend 28 minutes every episode talking about sucking womens toes and feet. WOKE!
    Video
    No content preview
  • Open

    I should say, that is what our tech has been doing to us for a couple thousand centuries. I'm not at all sure if the process can be stopped, or if we would even be right to want to stop it.
    I should say, that is what our tech has been doing to us for a couple thousand centuries. I'm not at all sure if the process can be stopped, or if we would even be right to want to stop it. nitter.net/losthunderlads/status/1670853843331022848#m
    RT by @losthunderlads: 'Night forest' by contemporary US artist Paula Schuette Kraemer #WomensArt
    'Night forest' by contemporary US artist Paula Schuette Kraemer #WomensArt
    RT by @losthunderlads: Leningrad rain. Excerpt from "City and the Song" Soviet musical TV film, 1968.
    Leningrad rain. Excerpt from "City and the Song" Soviet musical TV film, 1968.
    tmblr.co/ZuM2Kyd-tFsceW00
    tmblr.co/ZuM2Kyd-tFsceW00
    RT by @losthunderlads: it is estimated there is 40-42 million prostitutes worldwide, 75% of them between the ages 13-25 and over 9 out of 10 have a pimp. a prostitute is 60-120 times more likely to be assaulted or murdered than an average person. but sure, it’s a regular job just like any other
    it is estimated there is 40-42 million prostitutes worldwide, 75% of them between the ages 13-25 and over 9 out of 10 have a pimp. a prostitute is 60-120 times more likely to be assaulted or murdered than an average person. but sure, it’s a regular job just like any other
  • Open

    RT by @ground_guru: Victor Orta close to a return to football. Deal being finalised for him to replace Monchi as Sevilla’s sporting director. Minor details to agree but will take him back to the club he worked at for almost a decade. Story @TheAthleticFC https://theathletic.com/4623010/2023/06/19/victor-orta-sevilla-monchi/
    Victor Orta close to a return to football. Deal being finalised for him to replace Monchi as Sevilla’s sporting director. Minor details to agree but will take him back to the club he worked at for almost a decade. @TheAthleticFC theathletic.com/4623010/2023…
  • Open

    i’m not sure, frankly, that 15-20% is especially surprising for someone (a) who is running against a president with just an 80% approval rating within his own party and (b) who has the last name kennedy. call me when RFK is at 30% in january 2024
    i’m not sure, frankly, that 15-20% is especially surprising for someone (a) who is running against a president with just an 80% approval rating within his own party and (b) who has the last name kennedy. call me when RFK is at 30% in january 2024 nitter.net/nytimes/status/1670808758509862917#m
    response rates for several key government surveys are now nearing or exceeding the lows they experienced during the early part of the covid-19 pandemic https://www.bls.gov/osmr/response-rates/home.htm
    response rates for several key government surveys are now nearing or exceeding the lows they experienced during the early part of the covid-19 pandemic bls.gov/osmr/response-rates/…
    wrong. also 538%
    wrong. also 538% nitter.net/TrueSlazac/status/1670438466172121089#m
  • Open

    ANNOUNCEMENT: If you are submitting a tutorial proposal to @NeurIPSConf, you will be allowed to include a 6th page for references only, but please highlight (in bold) the subset of _key_ references which your tutorial will primarily draw from.
    ANNOUNCEMENT: If you are submitting a tutorial proposal to @NeurIPSConf, you will be allowed to include a 6th page for references only, but please highlight (in bold) the subset of _key_ references which your tutorial will primarily draw from.
  • Open

    European warriors of the Bronze Age might have been fearsome—but they were no match for milk. #ScienceMagArchives https://scim.ag/33G
    European warriors of the Bronze Age might have been fearsome—but they were no match for milk. #ScienceMagArchives scim.ag/33G
    It’s the first time a frog—or any amphibian—has been observed pollinating a plant. https://scim.ag/33B
    It’s the first time a frog—or any amphibian—has been observed pollinating a plant. scim.ag/33B
    A groundbreaking epidemiological study has produced the most compelling evidence yet that exposure to the chemical solvent trichloroethylene—common in soil and groundwater—increases the risk of developing Parkinson’s disease. https://scim.ag/33v
    A groundbreaking epidemiological study has produced the most compelling evidence yet that exposure to the chemical solvent trichloroethylene—common in soil and groundwater—increases the risk of developing Parkinson’s disease. scim.ag/33v
  • Open

    RT by @ScienceMagazine: Taurine deficiency may be a driver for aging, finds a new @ScienceMagazine study in several animal models. The results warrant clinical trials to examine taurine’s effect on healthy lifespan in humans. 📄: https://scim.ag/33F #SciencePerspective: https://scim.ag/33E
    Taurine deficiency may be a driver for aging, finds a new @ScienceMagazine study in several animal models. The results warrant clinical trials to examine taurine’s effect on healthy lifespan in humans. scim.ag/33F #SciencePerspective: scim.ag/33E
  • Open

    RT by @berkeley_ai: 🤝🤔𝙒𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙙𝙤 𝙬𝙚 𝙣𝙚𝙚𝙙 𝙩𝙤 𝙠𝙣𝙤𝙬 𝙖𝙗𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙚𝙖𝙘𝙝 𝙤𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙧 𝙩𝙤 𝙨𝙪𝙘𝙘𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙛𝙪𝙡𝙡𝙮 𝙘𝙤𝙡𝙡𝙖𝙗𝙤𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙚?? In our new ICML paper, we provide a method that determines exactly the information you need to be an optimal teammate in multiagent games. [1/10]
    🤝🤔𝙒𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙙𝙤 𝙬𝙚 𝙣𝙚𝙚𝙙 𝙩𝙤 𝙠𝙣𝙤𝙬 𝙖𝙗𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙚𝙖𝙘𝙝 𝙤𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙧 𝙩𝙤 𝙨𝙪𝙘𝙘𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙛𝙪𝙡𝙡𝙮 𝙘𝙤𝙡𝙡𝙖𝙗𝙤𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙚??
    RT by @berkeley_ai: We have an exciting @CVPR workshop on visual pretraining for robotics tomorrow! Apart from the fully in-person talks by an amazing set of speakers, we are glad to have a beautiful venue right across the Vancouver sea and mountains! Schedule: https://vispr-workshop.github.io/
    We have an exciting @CVPR workshop on visual pretraining for robotics tomorrow! vispr-workshop.github.io/
    RT by @berkeley_ai: New pre-print w/ @AlisonGopnik "Comparing Machines and Children: Using Developmental Psychology Experiments to Assess the Strengths and Weaknesses of LaMDA Responses" A benchmark investigation on @Google LaMDA & key developmental domains🤖 https://arxiv.org/abs/2305.11243 @berkeley_ai
    New pre-print w/ @AlisonGopnik "Comparing Machines and Children: Using Developmental Psychology Experiments to Assess the Strengths and Weaknesses of LaMDA Responses" @Google LaMDA & key developmental domains🤖 arxiv.org/abs/2305.11243 @berkeley_ai
  • Open

    Final call for today’s blog on the FFP situation in the Premier League.
    Final call for today’s blog on the FFP situation in the Premier League. nitter.net/SwissRamble/status/1670672997022089217#m
    Lunchtime reminder of today’s blog on the FFP situation in the Premier League.
    Lunchtime reminder of today’s blog on the FFP situation in the Premier League. nitter.net/SwissRamble/status/1670672997022089217#m
    RT by @SwissRamble: A detailed look at the position of every Premier League club in terms of FFP as at the end of the 2021/22 season. TLDR - every club is fine with a couple of notable exceptions, though some are uncomfortably close to the limit. https://swissramble.substack.com/p/financial-fair-play-202122
    A detailed look at the position of every Premier League club in terms of FFP as at the end of the 2021/22 season. TLDR - every club is fine with a couple of notable exceptions, though some are uncomfortably close to the limit. swissramble.substack.com/p/f…
  • Open

    RT by @OptaAnalyst: 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐞𝐫 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐠𝐮𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐠𝐮𝐞 𝟐: The Key Differences 📈 How does the style of Football change as you journey down the English Football pyramid? Well, we have the answers. Read our in-depth study on the differences between the top four tiers in England. ⬇️
    𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐞𝐫 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐠𝐮𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐠𝐮𝐞 𝟐: The Key Differences 📈 How does the style of Football change as you journey down the English Football pyramid? Well, we have the answers. Read our in-depth study on the differences between the top four tiers in England. ⬇️
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: ⚫️Ball progression ⚫️Midfield steel ⚫️Headed goals Is Edson Álvarez the perfect Declan Rice replacement? https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/edson-alvarez-ajax-ball-progression-and-midfield-steel-what-you-get/
    ⚫️Ball progression theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/ed…
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: 🆕Take on the Opta Quiz How much do you remember about the 2022 World Cup? 🏆 We've got 10 teasers lined up in our latest podcast, how will you get on? 🧠 Download, subscribe, rate & review on your favourite podcast platform 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/rsge1jYd
    🆕Take on the Opta Quiz link.chtbl.com/rsge1jYd
    Does Experience Bring Success? 👀 We look at all the facts and stats for the youngest teams and players in 2022-23 across the top five European leagues. https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/how-much-faith-does-your-club-show-in-young-players-2022-23/
    Does Experience Bring Success? 👀 theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/ho…
  • Open

    R to @Zonal_Marking:
    nitter.net/Zonal_Marking/status/180370600282435585#m
    Was gonna tweet that Bournemouth should sack O’Neil but bottled it. PL clubs have the ability to get in top-class coaches now. O’Neil did a good job, but also got a bit lucky, dull football, prob more than 50% chance he would have got replaced next season. May as well do it now.
    Was gonna tweet that Bournemouth should sack O’Neil but bottled it. PL clubs have the ability to get in top-class coaches now. O’Neil did a good job, but also got a bit lucky, dull football, prob more than 50% chance he would have got replaced next season. May as well do it now.
  • Open

    RT by @tetraduzione: 📣 Exciting news! 🎉 We are proud to announce our #NeurIPS2023 "ROAD-R Challenge" 🏁 This competition pushes the boundaries of AI by combining road event detection with adherence to specific logical requirements. Get ready for an incredible journey! 🔥 [1/n]
    📣 Exciting news! 🎉 We are proud to announce our #NeurIPS2023 "ROAD-R Challenge" 🏁 This competition pushes the boundaries of AI by combining road event detection with adherence to specific logical requirements. Get ready for an incredible journey! 🔥 [1/n]  ( 2 min )
    RT by @tetraduzione: Just arrived in Japan. I'm in Atami, attending the Workshop on Bayes Duality https://bayesduality.github.io/workshop/ The hotel is amazing! I'll be in Tokyo on Monday only to give a talk @RIKEN_AIP_EN (that's also part of the workshop).
    Just arrived in Japan. I'm in Atami, attending the Workshop on Bayes Duality bayesduality.github.io/works… @RIKEN_AIP_EN (that's also part of the workshop).
  • Open

    R to @squires_david: Just me then
    Just me then
    Is anyone else having issues with the eraser tool in Photoshop, or is it just me being useless?
    Is anyone else having issues with the eraser tool in Photoshop, or is it just me being useless?

  • Open

    "A tectonic shift in the national Latino vote, along the lines of what we saw in Florida perhaps, is still theoretically possible. But there is no evidence for it in the 2022 elections." Read @amyewalter's conclusions from a new report on Latino voters: https://www.cookpolitical.com/analysis/national/national-politics/latino-voters-who-sat-out-midterms-provide-opportunity-gop-2024
    "A tectonic shift in the national Latino vote, along the lines of what we saw in Florida perhaps, is still theoretically possible. But there is no evidence for it in the 2022 elections." @amyewalter's conclusions from a new report on Latino voters: cookpolitical.com/analysis/n…
    "Without Gallagher running — which Republicans in Wisconsin we talked to said they never really believed he would — the GOP is left with a bench of much weaker options to take on Baldwin, who they caution will be formidable." Read the latest in #WISen: https://www.cookpolitical.com/analysis/senate/wisconsin-senate/gallagher-passes-wisconsin-senate-bid-blow-gop
    "Without Gallagher running — which Republicans in Wisconsin we talked to said they never really believed he would — the GOP is left with a bench of much weaker options to take on Baldwin, who they caution will be formidable." #WISen: cookpolitical.com/analysis/s…
  • Open

    Yall come experience joy!! Cause i hsve fun!! BIG FUN!! June 24 THE @PolkTheatre in NASHVILLE! Then @OldNatlCentre in INDIANAPOLIS JUNE 25!! Go get your tickets now! @LennyMarcusNYC @CookieHull
    Yall come experience joy!! Cause i hsve fun!! BIG FUN!! June 24 THE @PolkTheatre in NASHVILLE! Then @OldNatlCentre in INDIANAPOLIS JUNE 25!! Go get your tickets now! @LennyMarcusNYC @CookieHull
    Gonna be in Indianapolis June 25 at the Old National Center! @OldNatlCentre with @LennyMarcusNYC and @CookieHull come through!
    Gonna be in Indianapolis June 25 at the Old National Center! @OldNatlCentre with @LennyMarcusNYC and @CookieHull come through!
    Gonna be in Nashville this Saturday June 24 at the Polk Theater! Get your tickets! @PolkTheatre
    Gonna be in Nashville this Saturday June 24 at the Polk Theater! Get your tickets! @PolkTheatre  ( 1 min )
  • Open

    Flavored with olive oil, vinegar, almonds, and plenty of raw garlic, then served chilled or at room temperature, skordalia—a tangy mashed potato dip—will give you a whole new perspective on what mashed potatoes can be. https://www.seriouseats.com/skordalia-greek-garlic-potato-spread-dip-recipe?taid=648f7e7b01365d0001cf4061&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Flavored with olive oil, vinegar, almonds, and plenty of raw garlic, then served chilled or at room temperature, skordalia—a tangy mashed potato dip—will give you a whole new perspective on what mashed potatoes can be. seriouseats.com/skordalia-gr…
    Tender-crisp cabbage, stir-fried in a ripping hot wok with garlic and fish sauce. https://www.seriouseats.com/galam-plee-nam-pla-thai-stir-fried-cabbage-with-fish-sauce-and-garlic?taid=648f706bda728200012e2e2a&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Tender-crisp cabbage, stir-fried in a ripping hot wok with garlic and fish sauce. seriouseats.com/galam-plee-n…
  • Open

    no listen folks they were perfectly honest about the data they _collected_, it’s the data they _generated_ that you have a problem with
    no listen folks they were perfectly honest about the data they _collected_, it’s the data they _generated_ that you have a problem with nitter.net/jenniferdoleac/status/1670490737257881601#m
    til my wife is a millennial dad
    til my wife is a millennial dad
  • Open

    RT by @tetraduzione: Four days left for early registration for #UAI2023: https://auai.org/uai2023/registration #UAI2023. UAI 2023 will take place at Carnegie Mellon University, Pittsburgh, PA, USA, Jul 31-Aug 4, with banquet @PhippsNews Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens!
    Four days left for early registration for #UAI2023: auai.org/uai2023/registratio… #UAI2023. UAI 2023 will take place at Carnegie Mellon University, Pittsburgh, PA, USA, Jul 31-Aug 4, with banquet @PhippsNews Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens!
    RT by @tetraduzione: See you tomorrow!
    See you tomorrow! nitter.net/fgvcworkshop/status/1670300593154588673#m
    RT by @tetraduzione: Update: we've started replicating their experiments directly with GPT4 calls, and somehow it only gets worse. We've finished running zero-shot GPT 4 on the dataset, and after hand grading the first 30% of the dataset, the results don't seem to match the paper. 🧵
    Update: we've started replicating their experiments directly with GPT4 calls, and somehow it only gets worse. nitter.net/sauhaarda/status/1670053720233750530#m
  • Open

    tmblr.co/ZuM2Kyd-YfEqqe00
    tmblr.co/ZuM2Kyd-YfEqqe00
  • Open

    Foreign-born workers were a record high 18.1 percent of the U.S. civilian labor force in 2022 https://www.bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/foreign-born-workers-were-a-record-high-18-1-percent-of-the-u-s-civilian-labor-force-in-2022.htm #BLSdata
    Foreign-born workers were a record high 18.1 percent of the U.S. civilian labor force in 2022 bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/foreig… #BLSdata
  • Open

    RT by @pixelatedboat: Well well well if it isn’t
    Well well well if it isn’t nitter.net/ActualNames1/status/1670444120731697153#m
  • Open

    Just passed a Jeep with license plate “GERMDR” on the DC Beltway. This person is probably a:
    Just passed a Jeep with license plate “GERMDR” on the DC Beltway. This person is probably a:
  • Open

    Image
    No content preview  ( 1 min )

  • Open

    RT by @tetraduzione: When your dream vastly exceeds your ability to implement. FYI, Alfie apparently can do very little on its own, but instead is teleoperated by humans from the Philippines and elsewhere. Talk about privacy issues…
    When your dream vastly exceeds your ability to implement. nitter.net/shariq/status/1655631896766717952#m  ( 2 min )
    lol! what about GPT4?
    lol! nitter.net/maxaltl/status/1670042262737125381#m
    RT by @tetraduzione: For a critique of @iddo’s earlier, related work that *should* have been discussed in the new paper, see https://arxiv.org/abs/2208.06906 by @ErnestSDavis
    For a critique of @iddo’s earlier, related work that *should* have been discussed in the new paper, see arxiv.org/abs/2208.06906 by @ErnestSDavis
    hype likely correlates to low scholarship standards
    hype likely correlates to low scholarship standards nitter.net/sauhaarda/status/1670053720233750530#m
    RT by @tetraduzione: For who can forget the immortal words of Archimedes: "Give me a lever long enough and a fulcrum on which to place it, and I shall improve SoTA by 0.03%."
    For who can forget the immortal words of Archimedes: "Give me a lever long enough and a fulcrum on which to place it, and I shall improve SoTA by 0.03%."
  • Open

    RT by @ground_guru: The functional power/strength needed for football doesn't need to go at the expense of agility either. This is something Des Ryan (formerly of Arsenal) highlighted well on the Training Ground Guru podcast. Sad to see it still happen
    The functional power/strength needed for football doesn't need to go at the expense of agility either. This is something Des Ryan (formerly of Arsenal) highlighted well on the Training Ground Guru podcast. Sad to see it still happen
  • Open

    It’s amazing how much these clowns are telling everything about trump now but they was his biggest supporters. DONT BE FOOLED. THIS GUY IS A PIECE OF SHIT TOO! Don’t nobody care he coming after trump now!! All this should have been said when you was kissing his ass!! DO NOT LET THESE LIARS BACK IN!! THEY SHOULD ALL BE DONE! #NOTGONNAFALLFORITDUDE
    It’s amazing how much these clowns are telling everything about trump now but they was his biggest supporters. DONT BE FOOLED. THIS GUY IS A PIECE OF SHIT TOO! Don’t nobody care he coming after trump now!! All this should have been said when you was kissing his ass!! DO NOT LET THESE LIARS BACK IN!! THEY SHOULD ALL BE DONE! #NOTGONNAFALLFORITDUDE
  • Open

    R to @beenwrekt: But maybe we could name this something else to remove the colonialist, racist overtones and false origin stories of the cargo cult. 9/9
    But maybe we could name this something else to remove the colonialist, racist overtones and false origin stories of the cargo cult. 9/9
    R to @beenwrekt: Nonetheless, the concept persists. It’s a useful concept! There are lots of people who chase an end by mimicking acausal means in science. 8/x
    Nonetheless, the concept persists. It’s a useful concept! There are lots of people who chase an end by mimicking acausal means in science. 8/x
    R to @beenwrekt: But though their rituals were concerned with material desire, I have seen no evidence that they thought building fake planes would result in cargo. 7/x
    But though their rituals were concerned with material desire, I have seen no evidence that they thought building fake planes would result in cargo. 7/x
    R to @beenwrekt: There *were* radical Melanesian religious movements, and many had stories of colonizers stealing cargo that was owed to the islanders. https://www.berghahnjournals.com/view/journals/social-analysis/53/1/sa530106.xml 6/x
    There *were* radical Melanesian religious movements, and many had stories of colonizers stealing cargo that was owed to the islanders. berghahnjournals.com/view/jo… 6/x
    R to @beenwrekt: The concept of the cargo cult was enticing, so it was fine to ignore the reality of the cargo cult. 5/x
    The concept of the cargo cult was enticing, so it was fine to ignore the reality of the cargo cult. 5/x
    R to @beenwrekt: But the plane from this image is a prop from “Chariots of the Gods,” a kooky 1970 German “documentary" about how aliens influenced modern man. 4/x https://youtu.be/lD2BC7e5gLo?t=444
    But the plane from this image is a prop from “Chariots of the Gods,” a kooky 1970 German “documentary" about how aliens influenced modern man. 4/x piped.video/lD2BC7e5gLo?t=444
    R to @beenwrekt: Here is an excerpt from Feynman’s “Cargo Cult Science” describing the supposed practice. 3/x
    Here is an excerpt from Feynman’s “Cargo Cult Science” describing the supposed practice. 3/x
    R to @beenwrekt: The story goes that Melanesians during World War II built fake wooden planes to summon cargo from the gods, reversing causation after their encounter with white colonists. 2/x
    The story goes that Melanesians during World War II built fake wooden planes to summon cargo from the gods, reversing causation after their encounter with white colonists. 2/x
    This image has popped up in my feed a few times this week. Did you know that cargo cult science is a cargo cult? 1/x
    This image has popped up in my feed a few times this week. Did you know that cargo cult science is a cargo cult? 1/x
  • Open

    RT by @pixelatedboat: Ugh. I keep telling them… I AM human!!!
    Ugh. I keep telling them… I AM human!!!
  • Open

    Catch up on all the new #BLSdata and publications that came out this week! https://www.bls.gov/opub/update.htm
    Catch up on all the new #BLSdata and publications that came out this week! bls.gov/opub/update.htm
  • Open

    RT by @ScienceMagazine: A @SciImmunology Review contextualizes advances in CAR T cell cancer #immunotherapy, summarizing recent studies that explore the impact of metabolic stress on this treatment’s efficacy in the tumor microenvironment. https://scim.ag/32C
    A @SciImmunology Review contextualizes advances in CAR T cell cancer #immunotherapy, summarizing recent studies that explore the impact of metabolic stress on this treatment’s efficacy in the tumor microenvironment. scim.ag/32C
  • Open

    tmblr.co/ZuM2Kyd-E2dXKq00
    tmblr.co/ZuM2Kyd-E2dXKq00
    Santayana wrote of "The Last Puritan," the one who has followed his beliefs to the logical conclusion that Puritanism itself must be eradicated as a form of Popery. https://lareviewofbooks.org/article/the-ironic-radical-on-hayden-whites-the-ethics-of-narrative via @lareviewofbooks
    Santayana wrote of "The Last Puritan," the one who has followed his beliefs to the logical conclusion that Puritanism itself must be eradicated as a form of Popery. lareviewofbooks.org/article/… via @lareviewofbooks
    The first 50 pages of THAT HIDEOUS STRENGTH are terrific, far and away the best thing Lewis ever wrote. The rest of the book is something of a mixed bag. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/06/16/opinion/cs-lewis-ufo.html
    The first 50 pages of THAT HIDEOUS STRENGTH are terrific, far and away the best thing Lewis ever wrote. The rest of the book is something of a mixed bag. nytimes.com/2023/06/16/opini…
  • Open

    "Just because an event is big news does not mean that it will have a big impact." @CharlieCookDC on how the Trump indictment could affect his chances at the nomination: https://www.cookpolitical.com/analysis/national/national-politics/will-trumps-indictment-hurt-his-nomination-path-dont-count-it
    "Just because an event is big news does not mean that it will have a big impact." @CharlieCookDC on how the Trump indictment could affect his chances at the nomination: cookpolitical.com/analysis/n…

  • Open

    The last true patriot this country has seen.
    The last true patriot this country has seen. nitter.net/RobertEllsberg/status/1669776046751899648#m
    Dr Lamm reads Genesis and the Song of Songs and asks what it means for people to depend on each other.
    Dr Lamm reads Genesis and the Song of Songs and asks what it means for people to depend on each other. nitter.net/AriLamm/status/1669690160760356869#m
    tmblr.co/ZuM2Kyd_vSIvKy00
    tmblr.co/ZuM2Kyd_vSIvKy00
  • Open

    RT by @pixelatedboat: Quote goes incredibly hard
    Quote goes incredibly hard
    RT by @pixelatedboat: There SHOULD be another app store Apple allows to exist. It's bullshit you can't just put whatever programs you want on your own device. Computers used to have this basic understanding that you could do that.
    There SHOULD be another app store Apple allows to exist. It's bullshit you can't just put whatever programs you want on your own device. Computers used to have this basic understanding that you could do that. nitter.net/minimaxir/status/1669525672258338816#m
    RT by @pixelatedboat: Lurelin Village is the only place in Hyrule that shows me the proper gratitude. For the people of Hyrule I have the blood of thousands upon thousands of living creatures on my hands. I burn my life to make a sunrise I'll never see
    Lurelin Village is the only place in Hyrule that shows me the proper gratitude. For the people of Hyrule I have the blood of thousands upon thousands of living creatures on my hands. I burn my life to make a sunrise I'll never see
    RT by @pixelatedboat: Max has removed Space Ghost Coast-to-Coast — the show that spawned Adult Swim, which is one of WBD's most successful and recognizable brands. One of the most influential television shows of all time, gone.
    Max has removed Space Ghost Coast-to-Coast — the show that spawned Adult Swim, which is one of WBD's most successful and recognizable brands. One of the most influential television shows of all time, gone.
  • Open

    New today: @amyewalter dives into a report that finds Democrats held steady with Latino voters in 2022, but those who sat out in the midterms provide an opportunity for Republicans in 2024. https://www.cookpolitical.com/analysis/national/national-politics/latino-voters-who-sat-out-midterms-provide-opportunity-gop-2024
    New today: @amyewalter dives into a report that finds Democrats held steady with Latino voters in 2022, but those who sat out in the midterms provide an opportunity for Republicans in 2024. cookpolitical.com/analysis/n…
    🎧 NEW: The latest episode of The Odd Years is available wherever you get your podcasts. @amyewalter talks to @karaswisher about AI's impact on the 2024 election and the future of regulation. They also have lots of Terminator references. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-7-will-ai-upend-the-2024-election-with-kara-swisher/id1672406213?i=1000617238900
    🎧 NEW: The latest episode of The Odd Years is available wherever you get your podcasts. @amyewalter talks to @karaswisher about AI's impact on the 2024 election and the future of regulation. They also have lots of Terminator references. podcasts.apple.com/us/podcas…
    Senate Republicans will have to turn to plan B after Wisconsin Rep. Mike Gallagher — their dream recruit — opted to run for reelection to the House. @JessicaTaylor has the latest: https://www.cookpolitical.com/analysis/senate/wisconsin-senate/gallagher-passes-wisconsin-senate-bid-blow-gop
    Senate Republicans will have to turn to plan B after Wisconsin Rep. Mike Gallagher — their dream recruit — opted to run for reelection to the House. @JessicaTaylor has the latest: cookpolitical.com/analysis/s…
  • Open

    RT by @SingularMattrix: 3 reasons why I'm excited about Levanter: 1) Legiblity: named tensors => avoid bugs, write clean code, add parallelism with 10 lines code 2) Scalability: competitive with SOTA (54% MFU) 3) Reproducibility: get exact same results (TPUs), no more non-deterministic debugging
    3 reasons why I'm excited about Levanter: nitter.net/dlwh/status/1669736386113724419#m
    RT by @SingularMattrix: Today, I’m excited to announce the release of Levanter 1.0, our new JAX-based framework for training foundation models, which we’ve been working on @StanfordCRFM. Levanter is designed to be legible, scalable and reproducible. https://crfm.stanford.edu/2023/06/16/levanter-1_0-release.html
    Today, I’m excited to announce the release of Levanter 1.0, our new JAX-based framework for training foundation models, which we’ve been working on @StanfordCRFM. Levanter is designed to be legible, scalable and reproducible. crfm.stanford.edu/2023/06/16…
  • Open

    RT by @tetraduzione: Thank you for your kind words, Profs. Pearl and Mohan! I am forever grateful to my advisor @yudapearl for guiding me through this fruitful PhD journey. And thank you to my committee, @oacarah, @YizhouSun, @Carthica, and Prof. Adnan Darwiche. It’s my honor having all of you 🥰
    Thank you for your kind words, Profs. Pearl and Mohan! I am forever grateful to my advisor @yudapearl for guiding me through this fruitful PhD journey. And thank you to my committee, @oacarah, @YizhouSun, @Carthica, and Prof. Adnan Darwiche. It’s my honor having all of you 🥰 nitter.net/yudapearl/status/1669757362629144576#m
    RT by @tetraduzione: Congratulations to Dr. Chi Zhang (@zcccucla) on defending her PhD thesis! Her work on interference pushes research boundaries and highlights the perils of blindly assuming IID. Well done, Dr. Zhang! It's been a delightful journey collaborating with you. 🥳🎉🍾 @yudapearl @oacarah
    Congratulations to Dr. Chi Zhang (@zcccucla) on defending her PhD thesis! Her work on interference pushes research boundaries and highlights the perils of blindly assuming IID. Well done, Dr. Zhang! It's been a delightful journey collaborating with you. 🥳🎉🍾 @yudapearl @oacarah
    RT by @tetraduzione: Want to know how to speed up neural #ASP with neural-probabilistic predicates? Check out our new preprint on how to prune the stochastically insignificant parts of the (ground) program, speeding up reasoning without sacrificing predictive performance. 👉 https://arxiv.org/abs/2306.08397
    Want to know how to speed up neural #ASP with neural-probabilistic predicates? Check out our new preprint on how to prune the stochastically insignificant parts of the (ground) program, speeding up reasoning without sacrificing predictive performance. arxiv.org/abs/2306.08397
    RT by @tetraduzione: What would be good, freely available books for a Master course on "Bayesian Methods"? Should have a modern ML touch, but perhaps not be entirely about Bayesian DL/probabilistic programming.
    What would be good, freely available books for a Master course on "Bayesian Methods"? Should have a modern ML touch, but perhaps not be entirely about Bayesian DL/probabilistic programming.  ( 1 min )
  • Open

    R to @dril: They are called the "Nut sack gang" and their attacks are vicious and NSFW .
    They are called the "Nut sack gang" and their attacks are vicious and NSFW .
    Be warned. A band of rogue posters called the "Nut sack gang" are mad at me for not folloiwnig them back in 2014 and posting rude remarks
    Be warned. A band of rogue posters called the "Nut sack gang" are mad at me for not folloiwnig them back in 2014 and posting rude remarks
  • Open

    Foreign-born workers were a record high 18.1 percent of the U.S. civilian labor force in 2022 https://www.bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/foreign-born-workers-were-a-record-high-18-1-percent-of-the-u-s-civilian-labor-force-in-2022.htm #BLSdata
    Foreign-born workers were a record high 18.1 percent of the U.S. civilian labor force in 2022 bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/foreig… #BLSdata
    See our interactive graphics on today's new #BLSdata on employer costs for employee #compensation https://www.bls.gov/charts/employer-costs-for-employee-compensation/ #DataViz
    See our interactive graphics on today's new #BLSdata on employer costs for employee #compensation bls.gov/charts/employer-cost… #DataViz
    See our interactive graphics on today’s new #BLSdata on state #employment and #unemployment https://www.bls.gov/charts/state-employment-and-unemployment/ #DataViz
    See our interactive graphics on today’s new #BLSdata on state #employment and #unemployment bls.gov/charts/state-employm… #DataViz
    Civilian workers' compensation costs average $43.07 per hour worked in March 2023 https://www.bls.gov/news.release/ecec.nr0.htm #BLSdata
    Civilian workers' compensation costs average $43.07 per hour worked in March 2023 bls.gov/news.release/ecec.nr… #BLSdata
    May jobless rates down in 11 states; payroll jobs up in 5 states https://www.bls.gov/news.release/laus.nr0.htm #BLSdata
    May jobless rates down in 11 states; payroll jobs up in 5 states bls.gov/news.release/laus.nr… #BLSdata
    The Many Ways We Measure Pay https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oTcP8AycVco #BLSdata
    The Many Ways We Measure Pay piped.video/watch?v=oTcP8Ayc… #BLSdata
    A Look at a Neat Industry: Distilleries https://www.bls.gov/spotlight/2023/a-look-at-a-neat-industry-distilleries/home.htm #BLSdata
    A Look at a Neat Industry: Distilleries bls.gov/spotlight/2023/a-loo… #BLSdata
  • Open

    The Court has 20 cases left to decide. A full list of those cases, along with brief summaries, is available here: https://amylhowe.com/2023/06/15/the-20-remaining-cases/
    The Court has 20 cases left to decide. A full list of those cases, along with brief summaries, is available here: amylhowe.com/2023/06/15/the-… nitter.net/AHoweBlogger/status/1669702304642072578#m
    Good morning from a hazy Washington, D.C., where #SCOTUS will release opinions again at 10 am. I'll be live-blogging over @SCOTUSblog starting in just a few minutes.
    Good morning from a hazy Washington, D.C., where #SCOTUS will release opinions again at 10 am. I'll be live-blogging over @SCOTUSblog starting in just a few minutes.
  • Open

    RT by @ZoubinGhahrama1: [En direct de #VivaTech] 💡 RDV Scène 1 avec @ZoubinGhahrama1 , VP Google @DeepMind et @DavidBarroux, Rédacteur en chef @LesEchos pour en savoir plus sur le potentiel de l'#IA ! 🔵 Quelles perspectives ? 🔵 Quels défis ? 🔵 Quelles applications ? 👉 https://app.vivatechnology.com/room/898bd589-89c2-ed11-9f73-6045bd8890e4
    [En direct de #VivaTech] @ZoubinGhahrama1 , VP Google @DeepMind et @DavidBarroux, Rédacteur en chef @LesEchos pour en savoir plus sur le potentiel de l'#IA ! app.vivatechnology.com/room/…

  • Open

    Unemployment rates lower in 252 metro areas over the year ended April 2023 https://www.bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/unemployment-rates-lower-in-252-metro-areas-over-the-year-ended-april-2023.htm #BLSdata
    Unemployment rates lower in 252 metro areas over the year ended April 2023 bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/unempl… #BLSdata
    Unemployment rates lower in 252 metro areas over the year ended April 2023 https://www.bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/unemployment-rates-lower-in-252-metro-areas-over-the-year-ended-april-2023.htm #BLSdata
    Unemployment rates lower in 252 metro areas over the year ended April 2023 bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/unempl… #BLSdata
    See our interactive graphics on today’s new #Import and #Export prices data https://www.bls.gov/charts/import-export/ #BLSdata #DataViz
    See our interactive graphics on today’s new #Import and #Export prices data bls.gov/charts/import-export… #BLSdata #DataViz
    U.S. import prices decrease 0.6% in May on lower fuel prices; export prices fall 1.9% https://www.bls.gov/news.release/ximpim.nr0.htm #Export #Import #BLSdata
    U.S. import prices decrease 0.6% in May on lower fuel prices; export prices fall 1.9% bls.gov/news.release/ximpim.… #Export #Import #BLSdata
  • Open

    On the way BOSTON!! @The_Wilbur
    On the way BOSTON!! @The_Wilbur
    At the @The_Wilbur tonight!! Come check me and @LennyMarcusNYC and @CookieHull
    At the @The_Wilbur tonight!! Come check me and @LennyMarcusNYC and @CookieHull
  • Open

    RT by @berkeley_ai: Pieter Abbeel and Ken Goldberg on generative AI applications https://tcrn.ch/3Pl3cXv by @bheater
    Pieter Abbeel and Ken Goldberg on generative AI applications tcrn.ch/3Pl3cXv by @bheater
    RT by @berkeley_ai: Introducing SqueezeLLM that incorporates a new method called Dense-and-Sparse Quantization to enable efficient LLM serving while enabling *higher quality* generation under the same size and speed constraints @sehoonkim418, Coleman Hooper, @zhendongucb, @xiuyu_l, @shengs1123
    Introducing SqueezeLLM that incorporates a new method called Dense-and-Sparse Quantization to enable efficient LLM serving while enabling *higher quality* generation under the same size and speed constraints @sehoonkim418, Coleman Hooper, @zhendongucb, @xiuyu_l, @shengs1123
  • Open

    Image
    nitter.net/tamsully12/status/1661360147074097152#m  ( 1 min )
  • Open

    reminds me to note that, when looking to 2024: - shifts in aggregate vote share, esp for young people and minorities, are a product both of persuasion and differential drop off - economic voting is not necessarily the same as party defection
    reminds me to note that, when looking to 2024: nitter.net/jon_m_rob/status/1669357872587878402#m
    great charts. it’s rare to find such clear observational evidence of policy change. (not necessarily surprising, since the policy change itself was rare in its extremity)
    great charts. it’s rare to find such clear observational evidence of policy change. (not necessarily surprising, since the policy change itself was rare in its extremity) nitter.net/baseballot/status/1669348598826536963#m
  • Open

    "Within Trump world, any accusation against him is automatically discounted and deemed false, politically motivated, or both." Read @CharlieCookDC's perspective on Trump's latest indictment: https://www.cookpolitical.com/analysis/national/national-politics/will-trumps-indictment-hurt-his-nomination-path-dont-count-it
    "Within Trump world, any accusation against him is automatically discounted and deemed false, politically motivated, or both." @CharlieCookDC's perspective on Trump's latest indictment: cookpolitical.com/analysis/n…
  • Open

    There are 23 as-yet-undecided cases. I have a list, with brief summaries, at my blog: https://amylhowe.com/2023/06/14/entering-the-second-half-of-june-with-23-cases-left-to-decide/
    There are 23 as-yet-undecided cases. I have a list, with brief summaries, at my blog: amylhowe.com/2023/06/14/ente…
    Good morning from #SCOTUS, which is expected to issue one or more opinions in argued cases starting at 10 am this morning. I'll be live-blogging @SCOTUSblog starting at 9:45.
    Good morning from #SCOTUS, which is expected to issue one or more opinions in argued cases starting at 10 am this morning. I'll be live-blogging @SCOTUSblog starting at 9:45.
  • Open

    Frankly many of my followers are Dirty and Stupid , and only pretend to understand the significance of my Posts.
    Frankly many of my followers are Dirty and Stupid , and only pretend to understand the significance of my Posts.
  • Open

    tmblr.co/ZuM2Kyd_arxNCe00
    tmblr.co/ZuM2Kyd_arxNCe00
  • Open

    RT by @pixelatedboat: Worried the Assange protest is missing a quite load bearing ‘FOR’
    Worried the Assange protest is missing a quite load bearing ‘FOR’
  • Open

    Timing is key for behavioural benefits of psychedelics https://go.nature.com/3qEO9xj
    Timing is key for behavioural benefits of psychedelics go.nature.com/3qEO9xj
  • Open

    The nation's first climate trial, led by kids, could have ramifications outside of Montana's borders https://trib.al/6Kf4xq3
    The nation's first climate trial, led by kids, could have ramifications outside of Montana's borders trib.al/6Kf4xq3
  • Open

    A reminder that NeurIPS tutorial submissions are due in 1 week, on June 21. There is still time to put together a strong submission! This is truly a rewarding experience, speaking as someone who presented a tutorial a few years ago. Submit here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc0ABEfxnDetLoYbP5Nq0zlxUvoLT17CA9hHtY-YiCHdxsoJw/viewform
    A reminder that NeurIPS tutorial submissions are due in 1 week, on June 21. There is still time to put together a strong submission! This is truly a rewarding experience, speaking as someone who presented a tutorial a few years ago. Submit here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F…

  • Open

    in this thread: indicators of a close election
    in this thread: indicators of a close election nitter.net/DrewLinzer/status/1669036696820916225#m
    FWIW, Trump is now polling well above his 2016 primary national popular vote share, suggesting his strength (for now) is not just a matter of other candidates crowding the field https://projects.fivethirtyeight.com/polls/president-primary-r/2024/national/
    FWIW, Trump is now polling well above his 2016 primary national popular vote share, suggesting his strength (for now) is not just a matter of other candidates crowding the field projects.fivethirtyeight.com… nitter.net/SteveKornacki/status/1669042496754655234#m
    looks like yougov is hiring a data journalist/survey analyst (fully remote too): https://www.smartrecruiters.com/YouGov1/743999911864069?trid=aa693c38-1e61-49d8-ad06-09c4623c7dcb the person who previously held this job worked closely with us on the weekly Economist poll. good colleagues and great survey/poll-reporting experience too
    looks like yougov is hiring a data journalist/survey analyst (fully remote too): smartrecruiters.com/YouGov1/… the person who previously held this job worked closely with us on the weekly Economist poll. good colleagues and great survey/poll-reporting experience too
  • Open

    RT by @pixelatedboat: Top 27 Movies That Are Actually Brilliant Films
    Top 27 Movies That Are Actually Brilliant Films
  • Open

    From tea to tofu: why Chinese dietary staples are rich pickings for research https://go.nature.com/3qNZc7j
    From tea to tofu: why Chinese dietary staples are rich pickings for research go.nature.com/3qNZc7j
    How my bipolar diagnosis changed my scientific career https://go.nature.com/3qFdHKJ
    How my bipolar diagnosis changed my scientific career go.nature.com/3qFdHKJ
    Mouse studies suggest that drugs from LSD to ecstasy renew the brain’s flexibility — but some scientists are sceptical https://go.nature.com/3qGygqe
    Mouse studies suggest that drugs from LSD to ecstasy renew the brain’s flexibility — but some scientists are sceptical go.nature.com/3qGygqe
    Quantum computer scales up by mitigating errors https://go.nature.com/3p89Sxh
    Quantum computer scales up by mitigating errors go.nature.com/3p89Sxh
    Could endometriosis be caused by bacteria? Study offers fresh clues https://go.nature.com/42BH5yJ
    Could endometriosis be caused by bacteria? Study offers fresh clues go.nature.com/42BH5yJ
    Research briefing: A pangenome reference representative of 36 minority Chinese ethnic groups https://go.nature.com/3P9Ac4D
    Research briefing: A pangenome reference representative of 36 minority Chinese ethnic groups go.nature.com/3P9Ac4D
    Opening doors: how I crafted career opportunities abroad https://go.nature.com/42LEItb
    Opening doors: how I crafted career opportunities abroad go.nature.com/42LEItb
    Editorial: Vaccine-derived polio is undermining the fight to eradicate the virus https://go.nature.com/3N2rTFc
    Editorial: Vaccine-derived polio is undermining the fight to eradicate the virus go.nature.com/3N2rTFc
    Nature research paper: Evidence for the utility of quantum computing before fault tolerance https://go.nature.com/3p4ZLcx
    Nature research paper: Evidence for the utility of quantum computing before fault tolerance go.nature.com/3p4ZLcx
    Nature research paper: Genetic stabilization of attenuated oral vaccines against poliovirus types 1 and 3 https://go.nature.com/3NrVb1t
    Nature research paper: Genetic stabilization of attenuated oral vaccines against poliovirus types 1 and 3 go.nature.com/3NrVb1t
    Modified polio vaccines might aid efforts to eradicate the disease https://go.nature.com/3Nvi3NG
    Modified polio vaccines might aid efforts to eradicate the disease go.nature.com/3Nvi3NG
    R to @Nature: Get this Briefing free in your inbox 📩 sign up at: https://www.nature.com/briefing/signup/?utm_source=twt_nnc&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=briefingthread
    Get this Briefing free in your inbox 📩 sign up at: nature.com/briefing/signup/?…
    R to @Nature: “I think he never doubted in any way that this was correct,” said geneticist Michael Boshart, who was a PhD student in Harald zur Hausen's team (via @nytimes).
    “I think he never doubted in any way that this was correct,” said geneticist Michael Boshart, who was a PhD student in Harald zur Hausen's team (via @nytimes).
    R to @Nature: The eruption of Kīlauea is so far confined to the Halemaʻumaʻu crater at the volcano’s summit. https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-023-01957-3?utm_source=twt_nnc&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=briefingthread
    The eruption of Kīlauea is so far confined to the Halemaʻumaʻu crater at the volcano’s summit. nature.com/articles/d41586-0…
    R to @Nature: Polymath Thomas Young, born 250 years ago this week, originated a demonstration that has scientists scratching their heads to this day: the double-slit experiment. https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-023-01938-6?utm_source=twt_nnc&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=briefingthread
    Polymath Thomas Young, born 250 years ago this week, originated a demonstration that has scientists scratching their heads to this day: the double-slit experiment. nature.com/articles/d41586-0…
    R to @Nature: Many coal-fired power plants will probably close down instead of complying with proposed EPA regulation. “Managing the social costs of the clean-energy transition must remain a priority in the United States, and worldwide”, argues a @Nature editorial. https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-023-01825-0?utm_source=twt_nnc&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=briefingthread
    Many coal-fired power plants will probably close down instead of complying with proposed EPA regulation. “Managing the social costs of the clean-energy transition must remain a priority in the United States, and worldwide”, argues a @Nature editorial. nature.com/articles/d41586-0…
    R to @Nature: Mice are often trained for specific, idosyncratic tasks, such as pushing a lever to get a reward. The end result is like studying a “professional athlete”, says neuroscientist @trabranco. https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-023-01926-w?utm_source=twt_nnc&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=briefingthread
    Mice are often trained for specific, idosyncratic tasks, such as pushing a lever to get a reward. The end result is like studying a “professional athlete”, says neuroscientist @trabranco. nature.com/articles/d41586-0…
    R to @Nature: Moths are the unsung heroes of pollination in cities, accounting for one third of pollinator visits in a study of moths and bees in Leeds, UK led by @em_ellis_ (via @WIRED). https://www.wired.com/story/bees-get-all-the-love-wont-someone-think-of-the-moths/
    Moths are the unsung heroes of pollination in cities, accounting for one third of pollinator visits in a study of moths and bees in Leeds, UK led by @em_ellis_ (via @WIRED). wired.com/story/bees-get-all…
  • Open

    Employment increased in 34 large metro areas from April 2022 to April 2023 https://www.bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/employment-increased-in-34-large-metro-areas-from-april-2022-to-april-2023.htm #BLSdata
    Employment increased in 34 large metro areas from April 2022 to April 2023 bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/employ… #BLSdata
    Employment increased in 34 large metro areas from April 2022 to April 2023 https://www.bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/employment-increased-in-34-large-metro-areas-from-april-2022-to-april-2023.htm #BLSdata
    Employment increased in 34 large metro areas from April 2022 to April 2023 bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/employ… #BLSdata
    How the Producer Price Index is Used for Contract Adjustment https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t8aIfzkFILw #PPI #BLSdata
    How the Producer Price Index is Used for Contract Adjustment piped.video/watch?v=t8aIfzkF… #PPI #BLSdata
    Introduction to the Producer Price Index https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d9Y48rsgZZg #PPI #BLSdata
    Introduction to the Producer Price Index piped.video/watch?v=d9Y48rsg… #PPI #BLSdata
    See our interactive graphics on today’s new Producer Price Indexes data https://www.bls.gov/charts/producer-price-index/ #PPI #BLSdata #DataViz
    See our interactive graphics on today’s new Producer Price Indexes data bls.gov/charts/producer-pric… #PPI #BLSdata #DataViz
    PPI for final demand declines 0.3% in May; goods fall 1.6%, services increase 0.2% https://www.bls.gov/news.release/ppi.nr0.htm #PPI #BLSdata
    PPI for final demand declines 0.3% in May; goods fall 1.6%, services increase 0.2% bls.gov/news.release/ppi.nr0… #PPI #BLSdata
  • Open

    RT by @OptaAnalyst: The Golden Bear had 18 top-10 finishes in the US Open. Arnie once rallied from a 7-stroke deficit to win it. But how about the time poor J.D. Tucker shot a record-high round of 157 in 1898? Check out all the good and bad of the US Open's long history: https://theanalyst.com/na/2023/06/the-third-major-us-open-champions-and-all-time-records/
    The Golden Bear had 18 top-10 finishes in the US Open. Arnie once rallied from a 7-stroke deficit to win it. But how about the time poor J.D. Tucker shot a record-high round of 157 in 1898? theanalyst.com/na/2023/06/th…
    Nicolò Barella’s performances in 2022-23 saw him make the @OptaPaolo Serie A team of the season… #NUFC https://theanalyst.com/2023/06/serie-a-team-of-the-season-2022-23/
    Nicolò Barella’s performances in 2022-23 saw him make the @OptaPaolo Serie A team of the season… #NUFC theanalyst.com/2023/06/serie…
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: 3 – The Netherlands have three players of Feyenoord in their starting XI for the first time since May 2017 (3 against Morocco). Champions.
    3 – The Netherlands have three players of Feyenoord in their starting XI for the first time since May 2017 (3 against Morocco). Champions.  ( 1 min )
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: That #NEDCRO preview you were looking for, via @OptaAnalyst. https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/netherlands-vs-croatia-uefa-nations-league-finals-prediction-preview/
    That #NEDCRO preview you were looking for, via @OptaAnalyst. theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/ne…
    James Milner is still going strong at 37! After leaving Liverpool, he's signed a one-year deal with the option of an additional 12 months at Brighton. Milner is within striking distance of the @PremierLeague appearances record, just 34 behind Gareth Barry. Will he do it?
    James Milner is still going strong at 37! After leaving Liverpool, he's signed a one-year deal with the option of an additional 12 months at Brighton. @PremierLeague appearances record, just 34 behind Gareth Barry. Will he do it? nitter.net/OfficialBHAFC/status/1668973336871796737#m
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: What would Mason Mount bring to Manchester United? We take a look at his numbers at Chelsea: https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/mason-mount-to-manchester-united-would-be-chelsea-loss/
    What would Mason Mount bring to Manchester United? We take a look at his numbers at Chelsea: theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/ma…
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐞𝐫 𝐓𝐚𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐬 🎯 It may seem somewhat vulture-like to look for bargains from relegated teams, but we’ve done it anyway. In our Relegated Transfer Targets series, we have analysed the players at each club who are moved likely to make a move this summer.
    𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐞𝐫 𝐓𝐚𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐬 🎯 It may seem somewhat vulture-like to look for bargains from relegated teams, but we’ve done it anyway. In our Relegated Transfer Targets series, we have analysed the players at each club who are moved likely to make a move this summer.
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: After battling relegation in successive seasons, Everton need to finally pull themselves together if their long stay in the top flight is to go on. @PatricRidge assesses the major issues that need addressing ahead of 2023-24. #EFC https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/everton-relegation-battles-need-to-stop/
    After battling relegation in successive seasons, Everton need to finally pull themselves together if their long stay in the top flight is to go on. @PatricRidge assesses the major issues that need addressing ahead of 2023-24. #EFC theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/ev…
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: Galatasaray had a miserable 2021-22 season, finishing 13th & setting a new club record for their lowest finish in the top flight. Enter, Okan Buruk. This is the story of how they won the 2022-23 Süper Lig title via @OptaCan. 🇹🇷 #SampiyonGalatasaray https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/galatasaray-2022-23-turnaround-okan-buruk/
    Galatasaray had a miserable 2021-22 season, finishing 13th & setting a new club record for their lowest finish in the top flight. @OptaCan. 🇹🇷 #SampiyonGalatasaray theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/ga…
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: Why Manchester United NEED to sign Mason Mount! 🖊️ We are delighted to welcome @jord_coll, who will be bringing you more great video content. Why not give us a follow? TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@optaanalyst/video/7244493325120671002 YouTube Shorts: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/PytfDzYy8XA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/Ctd6Df5u9l_/
    Why Manchester United NEED to sign Mason Mount! 🖊️ @jord_coll, who will be bringing you more great video content. tiktok.com/@optaanalyst/vide… piped.video/shorts/PytfDzYy8… instagram.com/p/Ctd6Df5u9l_/
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: If Kylian Mbappé leaves PSG this summer, where should he go? @alitweedale assesses the options and looks at how he could fit in at prospective clubs across Europe (...and Saudi Arabia). https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/kylian-mbappe-next-club-real-madrid-man-utd-chelsea-psg/
    If Kylian Mbappé leaves PSG this summer, where should he go? @alitweedale assesses the options and looks at how he could fit in at prospective clubs across Europe (...and Saudi Arabia). theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/ky…
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: How Much Faith Does Your Club Show in Young Players? Here's the Opta study into usage of U21 players across the top five European leagues in 2022-23. https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/how-much-faith-does-your-club-show-in-young-players-2022-23/
    How Much Faith Does Your Club Show in Young Players? theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/ho…
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: Netherlands vs Croatia: Opta Preview 📈 The 2023 UEFA Nations League has reached the final stages. We look ahead to tonight's semi-final at De Kuip in Rotterdam with our Netherlands vs Croatia prediction & preview. https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/netherlands-vs-croatia-uefa-nations-league-finals-prediction-preview/
    Netherlands vs Croatia: Opta Preview 📈 theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/ne…
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: Eze Does It 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 In 2021, Eberechi Eze suffered a serious Achilles injury on the day he was included in a provisional England squad. Now he’s back and could make his Three Lions debut on Friday. ✍️ @RyanRyanBenson | #CPFC https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/eberechi-eze-england-crystal-palace-stats/
    Eze Does It 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 @RyanRyanBenson | #CPFC theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/eb…
  • Open

    Refrigerator pickles made with a vinegar brine flavored with dill, garlic, and onion are a Midwestern classic. https://www.seriouseats.com/milwaukee-dill-pickles-cucmber-recipe?taid=648a4676f537910001926e6d&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Refrigerator pickles made with a vinegar brine flavored with dill, garlic, and onion are a Midwestern classic. seriouseats.com/milwaukee-di…
    A quick and easy Japanese pork stir-fry. https://www.seriouseats.com/pork-ginger-buta-shogayaki-recipe-5208113?taid=648a388aac03a900012e133a&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    A quick and easy Japanese pork stir-fry. seriouseats.com/pork-ginger-…
    We tested six popcorn makers to see which ones popped the best-tasting popcorn, had the fewest unpopped kernels, and were easy to set up and clean. https://www.seriouseats.com/best-popcorn-makers-7506178?taid=648a2a7c1ccae000018f2107&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    We tested six popcorn makers to see which ones popped the best-tasting popcorn, had the fewest unpopped kernels, and were easy to set up and clean. seriouseats.com/best-popcorn…
    If you're looking to light up your charcoal grill, a chimney starter makes it easy. https://www.seriouseats.com/grilling-lighting-the-fire-without-lighter-fluid?taid=648a0e3aed2f6d00013bb4d4&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    If you're looking to light up your charcoal grill, a chimney starter makes it easy. seriouseats.com/grilling-lig…
    A piece of bar gear turns your iced coffee into a velvety, foam-capped treat. https://www.seriouseats.com/caffe-shakerato-italian-shaken-iced-coffee?taid=648a002b41ccb3000115edeb&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    A piece of bar gear turns your iced coffee into a velvety, foam-capped treat. seriouseats.com/caffe-shaker…
    These super-simple scones are fluffy but crumbly and only lightly sweetened, and come together faster than you can preheat an oven. https://www.seriouseats.com/bakery-style-cream-scones-with-chocolate-recipe?taid=6489f22241ccb3000115e83a&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    These super-simple scones are fluffy but crumbly and only lightly sweetened, and come together faster than you can preheat an oven. seriouseats.com/bakery-style…
    Kenyan black beans are cooked until tender, then simmered in an aromatic coconut curry sauce. https://www.seriouseats.com/kenyan-njahi-in-coconut-sauce-5180229?taid=6489d5f9e20af400016f217a&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Kenyan black beans are cooked until tender, then simmered in an aromatic coconut curry sauce. seriouseats.com/kenyan-njahi…
    With tart Greek yogurt, whipped cream, and airy meringue, this may just be the fluffiest cheesecake around. https://www.seriouseats.com/no-bake-greek-yogurt-cheesecake?taid=64891116b58b2500019c3a30&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    With tart Greek yogurt, whipped cream, and airy meringue, this may just be the fluffiest cheesecake around. seriouseats.com/no-bake-gree…
  • Open

    With AI threatening to overtake the world of work, at least one pretty good job will always be in demand | Opinion https://trib.al/kI0efUY
    With AI threatening to overtake the world of work, at least one pretty good job will always be in demand | Opinion trib.al/kI0efUY
    Fat-like compounds in ancient rocks point to a vast array of previously unknown microbes that once dominated complex life on Earth https://trib.al/RED6kB8
    Fat-like compounds in ancient rocks point to a vast array of previously unknown microbes that once dominated complex life on Earth trib.al/RED6kB8
    Therapy for dissociative identity disorder has aimed to meld many personalities into one. But that's not the only solution, a caring therapist shows https://trib.al/hqezWs9
    Therapy for dissociative identity disorder has aimed to meld many personalities into one. But that's not the only solution, a caring therapist shows trib.al/hqezWs9  ( 1 min )
    New research finds that the area burned by wildfires during summer in California has increased fivefold since 1971 because of more arid conditions caused by climate change https://trib.al/L5ojF3J
    New research finds that the area burned by wildfires during summer in California has increased fivefold since 1971 because of more arid conditions caused by climate change trib.al/L5ojF3J  ( 1 min )
    In 2013 a user named Cleo took the online math forum Mathematics Stack Exchange by storm, posting quick, fully formed answers to incredibly complex problems. 🎧 Learn about math menace Cleo in this episode of Science, Quickly on @spotifypodcasts 🔗 https://bit.ly/42F47Fc
    In 2013 a user named Cleo took the online math forum Mathematics Stack Exchange by storm, posting quick, fully formed answers to incredibly complex problems. @spotifypodcasts 🔗 bit.ly/42F47Fc
    Happening Now: Rebecca J. Lester (@psychanthro) is answering your questions about her article in our June issue: how she helped a young woman with 12 different personalities form a community of selves in one individual. Join our @Reddit AMA: https://bit.ly/43CqfkE Read the full story: https://bit.ly/3MwC5FH
    Happening Now: Rebecca J. Lester (@psychanthro) is answering your questions about her article in our June issue: how she helped a young woman with 12 different personalities form a community of selves in one individual. @Reddit AMA: bit.ly/43CqfkE bit.ly/3MwC5FH nitter.net/sciam/status/1668316089711722511#m
    Curious to learn more about this story? Join our @Reddit AMA with the author, Rebecca J. Lester. Today at 1 p.m. ET: https://reddit.com/r/IAmA/
    Curious to learn more about this story? Join our @Reddit AMA with the author, Rebecca J. Lester. teddit.net/r/IAmA/ nitter.net/sciam/status/1668316091792146433#m
    Starting in 1 hour! https://www.reddit.com/r/IAmA/
    Starting in 1 hour! teddit.net/r/IAmA/ nitter.net/sciam/status/1668316089711722511#m
    Telltale evidence gathered by the James Webb Space Telescope suggests we're closer than ever before to finding elusive Population III stars https://trib.al/ui8Npzz
    Telltale evidence gathered by the James Webb Space Telescope suggests we're closer than ever before to finding elusive Population III stars trib.al/ui8Npzz
    Though you might not be able to significantly rev up your metabolism, there are ways to boost the energy your body burns while doing nothing https://trib.al/b7T2HhI
    Though you might not be able to significantly rev up your metabolism, there are ways to boost the energy your body burns while doing nothing trib.al/b7T2HhI
    RT by @sciam: For @sciam I wrote about ice in cocktails and what bars are doing to become more sustainable! https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/climate-friendly-cocktail-recipes-go-light-on-ice/
    For @sciam I wrote about ice in cocktails and what bars are doing to become more sustainable! scientificamerican.com/artic…
    How academic institutions can prevent sexual harassment and protect scientists | Opinion https://trib.al/xKrB84c
    How academic institutions can prevent sexual harassment and protect scientists | Opinion trib.al/xKrB84c
    MDMA is a well-known party drug. But it’s also showing real promise for treating PTSD. 🎧 Listen to Your Health, Quickly with 🎙️ @tanyalewis314 and @jfischman on Apple Podcasts: https://bit.ly/3JaOzC1
    MDMA is a well-known party drug. But it’s also showing real promise for treating PTSD. @tanyalewis314 and @jfischman on Apple Podcasts: bit.ly/3JaOzC1
    To learn how to choose a secure password, you need to understand how hackers do their work. https://trib.al/bQwz8p2
    To learn how to choose a secure password, you need to understand how hackers do their work. trib.al/bQwz8p2
    Ontario and Quebec could see wildfires grow more intense and frequent as a changing climate brings unusually hot and dry conditions https://trib.al/ZYXKm2u
    Ontario and Quebec could see wildfires grow more intense and frequent as a changing climate brings unusually hot and dry conditions trib.al/ZYXKm2u
  • Open

    A deer-tooth pendant from a Siberian cave yielded DNA left by a woman who lived some 20,000 years ago. https://scim.ag/30x
    A deer-tooth pendant from a Siberian cave yielded DNA left by a woman who lived some 20,000 years ago. scim.ag/30x
    When flies are forced to feed around dead members of their species, they tend to kick the bucket earlier than is typical. https://scim.ag/30u
    When flies are forced to feed around dead members of their species, they tend to kick the bucket earlier than is typical. scim.ag/30u
    It’s the first time a frog—or any amphibian—has been observed pollinating a plant. https://scim.ag/30r
    It’s the first time a frog—or any amphibian—has been observed pollinating a plant. scim.ag/30r
    Octopuses may have vivid, narrative dreams—some of which are terrifying. https://scim.ag/30o
    Octopuses may have vivid, narrative dreams—some of which are terrifying. scim.ag/30o
    A gene that lengthens telomeres can extend cellular life, but also raises the risk for tumors and a condition associated with blood cancer. https://scim.ag/30f
    A gene that lengthens telomeres can extend cellular life, but also raises the risk for tumors and a condition associated with blood cancer. scim.ag/30f
    A technique based on artificial intelligence can translate brain scans into words and sentences. https://scim.ag/30c
    A technique based on artificial intelligence can translate brain scans into words and sentences. scim.ag/30c
    Exactly how coral nourishes itself has long been a mystery—until now. Learn more: https://scim.ag/30a @ScienceVisuals
    Exactly how coral nourishes itself has long been a mystery—until now. scim.ag/30a @ScienceVisuals
    Many U.S. biomedical researchers and their collaborators abroad are reacting with alarm to a new NIH requirement that foreign groups send their NIH partners copies of their lab notebooks and other raw data at least every few months. https://scim.ag/301
    Many U.S. biomedical researchers and their collaborators abroad are reacting with alarm to a new NIH requirement that foreign groups send their NIH partners copies of their lab notebooks and other raw data at least every few months. scim.ag/301
    Humans have long seen themselves mirrored in other primates, with apes’ social behavior and cognitive abilities shedding light on our own. Now, two international teams have stared deeper into the mirror. https://scim.ag/2ZX
    Humans have long seen themselves mirrored in other primates, with apes’ social behavior and cognitive abilities shedding light on our own. scim.ag/2ZX
    As emergency managers in southern Ukraine evacuate people there from disastrous flooding caused by the mysterious breach of a major dam, conservation scientists are pondering the effects on the region’s plants and animals. https://scim.ag/2ZW
    As emergency managers in southern Ukraine evacuate people there from disastrous flooding caused by the mysterious breach of a major dam, conservation scientists are pondering the effects on the region’s plants and animals. scim.ag/2ZW
    The first 45 words uttered by a police officer during the traffic stop of a Black driver can predict whether the interaction will escalate. https://scim.ag/2ZU
    The first 45 words uttered by a police officer during the traffic stop of a Black driver can predict whether the interaction will escalate. scim.ag/2ZU
    Octopuses may have vivid, narrative dreams—some of which are terrifying. https://scim.ag/2ZS
    Octopuses may have vivid, narrative dreams—some of which are terrifying. scim.ag/2ZS
    A new U.S. study will test whether pairing molecularly targeted drugs will work better than single drugs to wipe out cancer. https://scim.ag/2ZR
    A new U.S. study will test whether pairing molecularly targeted drugs will work better than single drugs to wipe out cancer. scim.ag/2ZR
    Lava flows can abruptly shift from smooth, ropy pahoehoe to rubbly, jagged aa—changes that might be sparked by the molten rock’s internal churn. https://scim.ag/2ZP
    Lava flows can abruptly shift from smooth, ropy pahoehoe to rubbly, jagged aa—changes that might be sparked by the molten rock’s internal churn. scim.ag/2ZP
    Charles Darwin assumed the driver of the giraffe’s long neck was food, but a fossil of an ancient giraffe relative suggests there might be more to the story. #ScienceMagArchives https://scim.ag/2ZN
    Charles Darwin assumed the driver of the giraffe’s long neck was food, but a fossil of an ancient giraffe relative suggests there might be more to the story. #ScienceMagArchives scim.ag/2ZN
    Researchers around the globe are now trying to revive antibody treatments to treat #COVID19 by redesigning them to take aim at targets that are less prone to mutation. https://scim.ag/2ZM
    Researchers around the globe are now trying to revive antibody treatments to treat #COVID19 by redesigning them to take aim at targets that are less prone to mutation. scim.ag/2ZM
    Unlike some other spiders that camouflage themselves with drab colors and sticklike appendages, this jumping spider disguises itself by crawling like an ant. Learn more: https://scim.ag/2ZK @ScienceVisuals
    Unlike some other spiders that camouflage themselves with drab colors and sticklike appendages, this jumping spider disguises itself by crawling like an ant. scim.ag/2ZK @ScienceVisuals
    Zebrafish live for less than a year, but new research finds that extending the length of the chromosomes in their guts kept them healthy into old age. https://scim.ag/2ZI
    Zebrafish live for less than a year, but new research finds that extending the length of the chromosomes in their guts kept them healthy into old age. scim.ag/2ZI
  • Open

    RT by @tetraduzione: Can we speedup deep learning 2.5x via data-selection with theoretical guarantees? Our #ICM2023 paper shows for the first time that this is indeed possible! Data points of increasing learning difficulty is what you need! An excellent work well worth reading (@YUYANG_UCLA,Hao)🎉🌱
    Can we speedup deep learning 2.5x via data-selection with theoretical guarantees? Our #ICM2023 paper shows for the first time that this is indeed possible! Data points of increasing learning difficulty is what you need! An excellent work well worth reading (@YUYANG_UCLA,Hao)🎉🌱 nitter.net/YUYANG_UCLA/status/1668771083733078017#m  ( 1 min )
  • Open

    The small molecule SDT-011, tested in mice and human skin, could be a promising treatment for severe #rash associated with the #EGFR inhibitor cancer treatment. @ScienceTM https://scim.ag/30v
    The small molecule SDT-011, tested in mice and human skin, could be a promising treatment for severe #rash associated with the #EGFR inhibitor cancer treatment. @ScienceTM scim.ag/30v
    Cold environments promoted the social evolution of Asian colobine primates in a stepwise manner, according to a new Science study. https://scim.ag/30t #PrimateGenomes
    Cold environments promoted the social evolution of Asian colobine primates in a stepwise manner, according to a new Science study. scim.ag/30t #PrimateGenomes
    Scientists have delineated how a biochemical modification enables macrophages to neutralize and clear out the bacterium responsible for #tuberculosis–a discovery that could facilitate therapeutic research for this widespread health burden. @SciSignal https://scim.ag/30j
    Scientists have delineated how a biochemical modification enables macrophages to neutralize and clear out the bacterium responsible for #tuberculosis–a discovery that could facilitate therapeutic research for this widespread health burden. @SciSignal scim.ag/30j
    RT by @ScienceMagazine: This week in Science Advances, researchers investigate the effect of ocean alkalinity enhancement, a process that sequesters carbon by increasing ocean alkalinity through the addition of limestone and other alkaline minerals. Read that study and more: https://scim.ag/30h
    This week in Science Advances, researchers investigate the effect of ocean alkalinity enhancement, a process that sequesters carbon by increasing ocean alkalinity through the addition of limestone and other alkaline minerals. scim.ag/30h
    RT by @ScienceMagazine: Researchers tie endometriosis in women to an invasive genus of bacteria, fecal microbiome transplants may soothe colitis during cancer immunotherapy, and more in this week's issue of #ScienceTranslationalMedicine. https://scim.ag/30g
    Researchers tie endometriosis in women to an invasive genus of bacteria, fecal microbiome transplants may soothe colitis during cancer immunotherapy, and more in this week's issue of #ScienceTranslationalMedicine. scim.ag/30g
    In an effort to ensure equity and reduce bias, the U.S. NIH has proposed a plan to change how grant proposals are peer reviewed. But a new #LetterToScience argues that the changes do not address previous evidence about bias in the peer review process. https://scim.ag/30b
    In an effort to ensure equity and reduce bias, the U.S. NIH has proposed a plan to change how grant proposals are peer reviewed. #LetterToScience argues that the changes do not address previous evidence about bias in the peer review process. scim.ag/30b
    A new @SciImmunology study investigates how intestinal α4β7+ CD8 T cells enhance immune responses against metastatic tumors typically resistant to anti-PD-L1 immunotherapy. 📄: https://scim.ag/305
    A new @SciImmunology study investigates how intestinal α4β7+ CD8 T cells enhance immune responses against metastatic tumors typically resistant to anti-PD-L1 immunotherapy. scim.ag/305
    The distribution of African forest and savanna ecosystems are highly predictable by climate, according to a new Science study. https://scim.ag/2ZZ #ScienceResearch
    The distribution of African forest and savanna ecosystems are highly predictable by climate, according to a new Science study. scim.ag/2ZZ #ScienceResearch
    The first U.S. nationwide geological survey in a generation could reveal badly needed supplies of critical minerals. Learn more in this @NewsfromScience feature: https://scim.ag/2ZV
    The first U.S. nationwide geological survey in a generation could reveal badly needed supplies of critical minerals. @NewsfromScience feature: scim.ag/2ZV
    Facing a scarcity of pollen, bumblebees will nibble on the leaves of flowerless plants, causing intentional damage in a way that speeds up the production of flowers, according to a Science study from 2020. https://scim.ag/2ZT #NationalPollinatorsMonth
    Facing a scarcity of pollen, bumblebees will nibble on the leaves of flowerless plants, causing intentional damage in a way that speeds up the production of flowers, according to a Science study from 2020. scim.ag/2ZT #NationalPollinatorsMonth
    In a 3-year genomic selection experiment in the wild involving more than 2000 Dutch great tits, researchers in @ScienceAdvances found that the birds’ reproductive success was not affected by laying eggs early or late in the season. https://scim.ag/2ZQ
    In a 3-year genomic selection experiment in the wild involving more than 2000 Dutch great tits, researchers in @ScienceAdvances found that the birds’ reproductive success was not affected by laying eggs early or late in the season. scim.ag/2ZQ
    A new study in Science presents whole-genome data from 233 primate species representing 86% of the primate genera and all 16 families. https://scim.ag/2ZO #PrimateGenomes
    A new study in Science presents whole-genome data from 233 primate species representing 86% of the primate genera and all 16 families. scim.ag/2ZO #PrimateGenomes
    New in @ScienceTM: Researchers have identified 15 separate variants in the PSMC3 proteasome gene in 23 patients with neurodevelopmental delay and intellectual disabilities. https://scim.ag/2ZL
    New in @ScienceTM: Researchers have identified 15 separate variants in the PSMC3 proteasome gene in 23 patients with neurodevelopmental delay and intellectual disabilities. scim.ag/2ZL
    On the latest #SciencePodcast🎙️, @boron110 takes a look at taking solvents out of #chemistry with @JakeYeston and Yerzhan Zholdassov. 🎧 Listen to this segment and more: https://scim.ag/2ZJ
    On the latest #SciencePodcast🎙️, @boron110 takes a look at taking solvents out of #chemistry with @JakeYeston and Yerzhan Zholdassov. scim.ag/2ZJ
  • Open

    tmblr.co/ZuM2Kyd_GFYhmu00
    tmblr.co/ZuM2Kyd_GFYhmu00
  • Open

    Im upset to see teens on Tiktok and other referring to their pets as "Slave". Due to historical precedent it is gross to do this. It is icky
    Im upset to see teens on Tiktok and other referring to their pets as "Slave". Due to historical precedent it is gross to do this. It is icky  ( 1 min )
    Only the penis and vagina are to be considered "Genitals" . The Testicles and ass hole are not genitals, they are different from that.
    Only the penis and vagina are to be considered "Genitals" . The Testicles and ass hole are not genitals, they are different from that.  ( 1 min )
    if you see any one masturbating to my posts please inform me so that I can remove the post and increase the terror alert level by 1
    if you see any one masturbating to my posts please inform me so that I can remove the post and increase the terror alert level by 1  ( 1 min )
  • Open

    RT by @ground_guru: Will play a part for sure! How big a role can it play and will it be the same for all clubs?
    Will play a part for sure! How big a role can it play and will it be the same for all clubs? nitter.net/ground_guru/status/1668642941387132929#m
    RT by @ground_guru: Another significant development in the post-Brexit football recruitment landscape. Essentially gives clubs 2-4 overseas wildcards every season. The EQP aspect feels like a gamble from the FA, who had some rare power over the PL with this as English football's governing body.
    Another significant development in the post-Brexit football recruitment landscape. Essentially gives clubs 2-4 overseas wildcards every season. The EQP aspect feels like a gamble from the FA, who had some rare power over the PL with this as English football's governing body. nitter.net/martynziegler/status/1668999280697257984#m
    RT by @ground_guru: This is big news for #NCFC and English football generally. Will open up the market again for clubs - Norwich will now be able to sign four players outside GBE Criteria - those who fall outside the points limit. Interesting to see if this impacts their recruitment this window.
    This is big news for #NCFC and English football generally. nitter.net/FA/status/1668997512680681481#m
    Dean Rastrick will be joining his former Spurs colleague John McDermott at the FA. Official announcement imminent.
    Dean Rastrick will be joining his former Spurs colleague John McDermott at the FA. Official announcement imminent. nitter.net/ground_guru/status/1668944693684580356#m
    You could see that in the right system/ with a club that’s clear on their game model and how he fits, Havertz would be a huge asset
    You could see that in the right system/ with a club that’s clear on their game model and how he fits, Havertz would be a huge asset nitter.net/NizaarKinsella/status/1668988876344500224#m
    RT by @ground_guru: 🚨 CLOSES TOMORROW! Positional Analysts @NUFC "You will provide video analysis and occasional live game analysis for potential target players, with a focus on outfield positions." #NUFC https://trainingground.guru/jobs-listings/positional-analyst
    🚨 CLOSES TOMORROW! @NUFC #NUFC trainingground.guru/jobs-lis…
    RT by @ground_guru: 📽️⚽ ¡Así juega @BellinghamJude! ✨ #HeyJude
    📽️⚽ ¡Así juega @BellinghamJude! ✨ #HeyJude
    Not a bad piece this - by @smarterscout, from May 2020 'Jude Bellingham: Europe's best 16-year-old' 🔗https://trainingground.guru/articles/jude-bellingham-europes-best-16-year-old
    Not a bad piece this - by @smarterscout, from May 2020 trainingground.guru/articles…
    One of the longest-serving Academy Managers in England. Big exit from Tottenham. 👇👇👇
    One of the longest-serving Academy Managers in England. Big exit from Tottenham. nitter.net/ground_guru/status/1668944693684580356#m
    Academy Manager Dean Rastrick has left @SpursOfficial after 13 years “to pursue new challenges and opportunities.” #THFC https://trainingground.guru/articles/academy-manager-rastrick-leaves-tottenham-after-13-years
    Academy Manager Dean Rastrick has left @SpursOfficial after 13 years “to pursue new challenges and opportunities.” #THFC trainingground.guru/articles…
    “Significantly, Norwich remain wedded to the role of the Sporting Director and Webber himself will be involved in the process of finding his replacement.”
    “Significantly, Norwich remain wedded to the role of the Sporting Director and Webber himself will be involved in the process of finding his replacement.” nitter.net/ground_guru/status/1668903241218682880#m
    RT by @ground_guru: ‘Almost a quarter (24%) of Norwich’s first-team minutes over the last six seasons have been from Academy players’ usual good read from @ground_guru
    ‘Almost a quarter (24%) of Norwich’s first-team minutes over the last six seasons have been from Academy players’ usual good read from @ground_guru nitter.net/ground_guru/status/1668903241218682880#m
    "You can talk about elite environments, but a gym which is a fifth of the size it needs to be in a conservatory with a mucky roof sort of contradicts that.” Stuart Webber, 2017 #NCFC https://trainingground.guru/articles/evaluating-stuart-webbers-six-years-at-norwich-city
    "You can talk about elite environments, but a gym which is a fifth of the size it needs to be in a conservatory with a mucky roof sort of contradicts that.” #NCFC trainingground.guru/articles…
    RT by @ground_guru: Evaluating Stuart Webber's 6 years at Norwich City "Few Sporting Directors in England have had such a level of freedom and power; few have been so prominent or attracted as much attention." #NCFC https://trainingground.guru/articles/evaluating-stuart-webbers-six-years-at-norwich-city
    Evaluating Stuart Webber's 6 years at Norwich City #NCFC trainingground.guru/articles…
    RT by @ground_guru: Following a recent audit, #SAFC's Academy has retained it's Category One status 👏 🎓 @AcademyOfLight
    Following a recent audit, #SAFC's Academy has retained it's Category One status 👏 @AcademyOfLight
  • Open

    RT by @ZoubinGhahrama1: We've been shipping NeRFs to Google Maps for a few months now. As of this morning, you can read about how we do it: https://ai.googleblog.com/2023/06/reconstructing-indoor-spaces-with-nerf.html
    We've been shipping NeRFs to Google Maps for a few months now. As of this morning, you can read about how we do it: ai.googleblog.com/2023/06/re…
  • Open

    Video
    No content preview
  • Open

    I also think it's a mistake to frame the other Republican candidates as "taking on Trump." These are ambitious politicians who are running because they want to be president themselves, not because they are motivated to save the party or country from Trump
    I also think it's a mistake to frame the other Republican candidates as "taking on Trump." These are ambitious politicians who are running because they want to be president themselves, not because they are motivated to save the party or country from Trump nitter.net/BenjySarlin/status/1669008410967175171#m
  • Open

    Though it’s hard to get transparent data, @ryanlcooper’s calculations suggest Tesla’s self-driving cars have at least a 10x higher fatality rate than human drivers. https://prospect.org/justice/06-13-2023-elon-musk-tesla-self-driving-bloodbath/
    Though it’s hard to get transparent data, @ryanlcooper’s calculations suggest Tesla’s self-driving cars have at least a 10x higher fatality rate than human drivers. prospect.org/justice/06-13-2…

  • Open

    Labor productivity down 1.2 percent in wholesale trade and 0.4 percent in retail trade in 2022 https://www.bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/labor-productivity-down-1-2-percent-in-wholesale-trade-and-0-4-percent-in-retail-trade-in-2022.htm #BLSdata
    Labor productivity down 1.2 percent in wholesale trade and 0.4 percent in retail trade in 2022 bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/labor-… #BLSdata
    Labor productivity down 1.2 percent in wholesale trade and 0.4 percent in retail trade in 2022 https://www.bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/labor-productivity-down-1-2-percent-in-wholesale-trade-and-0-4-percent-in-retail-trade-in-2022.htm #BLSdata
    Labor productivity down 1.2 percent in wholesale trade and 0.4 percent in retail trade in 2022 bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/labor-… #BLSdata
    See our interactive graphics on today’s new Consumer Price Index data https://www.bls.gov/charts/consumer-price-index/ #CPI #BLSdata #DataViz
    See our interactive graphics on today’s new Consumer Price Index data bls.gov/charts/consumer-pric… #CPI #BLSdata #DataViz
    Real average hourly earnings for all employees increase 0.3% in May https://www.bls.gov/news.release/realer.nr0.htm #RealEarnings #BLSdata
    Real average hourly earnings for all employees increase 0.3% in May bls.gov/news.release/realer.… #RealEarnings #BLSdata
    CPI for all items rises 0.1% in May; shelter and used cars and trucks up https://www.bls.gov/news.release/cpi.nr0.htm#CPI #BLSdata
    CPI for all items rises 0.1% in May; shelter and used cars and trucks up bls.gov/news.release/cpi.nr0… #BLSdata
  • Open

    Crispy chunks of deep-fried battered chicken in a sweet, sour, and savory glaze packed with sesame flavor. The Chinese take-out classic, made in your own kitchen. https://www.seriouseats.com/the-best-chinese-sesame-chicken-recipe?taid=6488f4f5f695830001bd3b86&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Crispy chunks of deep-fried battered chicken in a sweet, sour, and savory glaze packed with sesame flavor. The Chinese take-out classic, made in your own kitchen. seriouseats.com/the-best-chi…
    Tomie dePaola’s book is full of chaos, bad pasta, and mixed-up lessons about doing the right thing. https://www.seriouseats.com/why-i-hate-strega-nona?taid=6488e6e7f695830001bd3743&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Tomie dePaola’s book is full of chaos, bad pasta, and mixed-up lessons about doing the right thing. seriouseats.com/why-i-hate-s…
    Vodka's volatility, plus the way its high alcohol content inhibits gluten development, makes it ideal for using in fry batters. https://www.seriouseats.com/use-vodka-for-crispier-fried-food?taid=6488d8e1c541b500015e4c85&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Vodka's volatility, plus the way its high alcohol content inhibits gluten development, makes it ideal for using in fry batters. seriouseats.com/use-vodka-fo…
    Cooking rice in the microwave doesn’t take any less time, but it's convenient for other reasons: It saves valuable space on your stovetop when you need just one or two portions of rice, and it cuts down on cleanup. https://www.seriouseats.com/how-to-steam-rice-in-a-microwave?taid=6488bcdae20af40001120e3d&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Cooking rice in the microwave doesn’t take any less time, but it's convenient for other reasons: It saves valuable space on your stovetop when you need just one or two portions of rice, and it cuts down on cleanup. seriouseats.com/how-to-steam…
    We went through our equipment reviews to find the best Breville products, including our favorite espresso machine and air fryer toaster oven. https://www.seriouseats.com/best-breville-products-7499333?taid=6488aebb323d3900010915d5&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    We went through our equipment reviews to find the best Breville products, including our favorite espresso machine and air fryer toaster oven. seriouseats.com/best-brevill…
    To pack your favorite cookie recipe with optimal flavor and texture, try a mix-and-match approach to chocolate chips. https://www.seriouseats.com/the-best-supermarket-chocolate-chips?taid=6488a0bac541b500015e3a7f&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    To pack your favorite cookie recipe with optimal flavor and texture, try a mix-and-match approach to chocolate chips. seriouseats.com/the-best-sup…
    Cooking down whole yellow mustard seeds in seasoned vinegar simultaneously plumps them up and tames their intense burn, for a condiment or garnish that's sweet, briny, and mildly hot. https://www.seriouseats.com/pickled-mustard-seeds?taid=6488848801ec220001c2ff14&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Cooking down whole yellow mustard seeds in seasoned vinegar simultaneously plumps them up and tames their intense burn, for a condiment or garnish that's sweet, briny, and mildly hot. seriouseats.com/pickled-must…
    We’ve tested a variety of knife storage options and can safely say the Jonathan Alden magnetic knife strip is one of our favorite ways to store blades. https://www.seriouseats.com/jonathan-alden-magnetic-knife-strip-review-7500331?taid=6488766ac541b500015e2b53&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    We’ve tested a variety of knife storage options and can safely say the Jonathan Alden magnetic knife strip is one of our favorite ways to store blades. seriouseats.com/jonathan-ald…
    Lightly sweet and floral blueberries are blended with rich Greek yogurt in these flavor-packed frozen pops. https://www.seriouseats.com/blueberry-yogurt-popsicles?taid=6487bf9901ec220001c2c157&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Lightly sweet and floral blueberries are blended with rich Greek yogurt in these flavor-packed frozen pops. seriouseats.com/blueberry-yo…
  • Open

    Fat-like compounds in ancient rocks point to a vast array of previously unknown microbes that once dominated complex life on Earth https://trib.al/5GMtY1v
    Fat-like compounds in ancient rocks point to a vast array of previously unknown microbes that once dominated complex life on Earth trib.al/5GMtY1v
    To learn how to choose a secure password, you need to understand how hackers do their work. https://trib.al/iN6txa8
    To learn how to choose a secure password, you need to understand how hackers do their work. trib.al/iN6txa8
    Hurricane forecasters are debuting a new model they hope will better predict when some storms will suddenly and explosively intensify https://trib.al/LnahQD2
    Hurricane forecasters are debuting a new model they hope will better predict when some storms will suddenly and explosively intensify trib.al/LnahQD2
  • Open

    RT by @ground_guru: Evaluating Stuart Webber's six years at Norwich City #NCFC https://trainingground.guru/articles/evaluating-stuart-webbers-six-years-at-norwich-city
    Evaluating Stuart Webber's six years at Norwich City #NCFC trainingground.guru/articles…
  • Open

    The fact that we have to post this make me sad. Where is our balance. How many things do trump have to do to show he is not what y’all think!! And it’s amazing now the people who backed him up and all his bullshit is now turning on him. They should be shown the door too they helped him do all that evil shit. THEY SHOULD NOT GET TO STAY IN OFFICE.
    The fact that we have to post this make me sad. Where is our balance. How many things do trump have to do to show he is not what y’all think!! And it’s amazing now the people who backed him up and all his bullshit is now turning on him. They should be shown the door too they helped him do all that evil shit. THEY SHOULD NOT GET TO STAY IN OFFICE.
  • Open

    French chemist Louis Pasteur thought magnetic fields might somehow explain “homochirality,” but its origin has remained one of biology’s great mysteries. Now, it turns out Pasteur may have been onto something. https://scim.ag/2ZH
    French chemist Louis Pasteur thought magnetic fields might somehow explain “homochirality,” but its origin has remained one of biology’s great mysteries. scim.ag/2ZH
    RT by @NewsfromScience: Segregation doubled the odds of some Black children dying in U.S. cities 100 years ago. New research by @BeahboutIT and @jdavidhacker612 shows structural racism in the 1900s harmed Black health in ways still being felt today. Me for @NewsfromScience https://www.science.org/content/article/segregation-doubled-odds-some-black-children-dying-u-s-cities-100-years-ago
    Segregation doubled the odds of some Black children dying in U.S. cities 100 years ago. New research by @BeahboutIT and @jdavidhacker612 shows structural racism in the 1900s harmed Black health in ways still being felt today. Me for @NewsfromScience science.org/content/article/…
  • Open

    Unlike some other spiders that camouflage themselves with drab colors and sticklike appendages, this jumping spider disguises itself by crawling like an ant. Learn more: https://scim.ag/2ZF @NewsfromScience
    Unlike some other spiders that camouflage themselves with drab colors and sticklike appendages, this jumping spider disguises itself by crawling like an ant. scim.ag/2ZF @NewsfromScience
    New studies in Science & @SciImmunology spotlight a group of intestinal T cells with α4β7 integrin receptors that could be targeted to prevent resistance to immune checkpoint blockade #cancer immunotherapy. https://scim.ag/2ZC https://scim.ag/2ZD https://scim.ag/2ZB
    New studies in Science & @SciImmunology spotlight a group of intestinal T cells with α4β7 integrin receptors that could be targeted to prevent resistance to immune checkpoint blockade #cancer immunotherapy. scim.ag/2ZC scim.ag/2ZD scim.ag/2ZB
    RT by @ScienceMagazine: This week’s issue of #ScienceSignaling has arrived!  Research in rodents suggests that the lungs help protect other organs from #SARSCoV2 infections, scientists explore how the conformation of a kinase shapes its substrate specificity, and more. https://scim.ag/2Zv
    This week’s issue of #ScienceSignaling has arrived!  #SARSCoV2 infections, scientists explore how the conformation of a kinase shapes its substrate specificity, and more. scim.ag/2Zv
    An ingestible capsule is capable of modulating the hunger-regulating hormone, ghrelin, by electrical stimulation of the gastric mucosa in pigs. @SciRobotics https://scim.ag/2Zs
    An ingestible capsule is capable of modulating the hunger-regulating hormone, ghrelin, by electrical stimulation of the gastric mucosa in pigs. @SciRobotics scim.ag/2Zs
    A lack of credibility in climate policy leaves the world at high risk for missing global #climate targets, argues a new #SciencePolicyForum. https://scim.ag/2Zr
    A lack of credibility in climate policy leaves the world at high risk for missing global #climate targets, argues a new #SciencePolicyForum. scim.ag/2Zr
  • Open

    RT by @tetraduzione: We have some fantastic speakers this Sunday at the 10th Workshop on Fine-Grained Visual Categorization at @CVPR
    We have some fantastic speakers this Sunday at the 10th Workshop on Fine-Grained Visual Categorization at @CVPR nitter.net/fgvcworkshop/status/1668681561829416960#m
  • Open

    Democrats' brutal 14D-3R gerrymander in Illinois keeps all but #IL17 off the playing field in 2024, though two other incumbents are at serious risk of being primaried. @Redistrict reports: https://www.cookpolitical.com/analysis/house/illinois-house/2024-house-race-analysis-illinois
    Democrats' brutal 14D-3R gerrymander in Illinois keeps all but #IL17 off the playing field in 2024, though two other incumbents are at serious risk of being primaried. @Redistrict reports: cookpolitical.com/analysis/h…
  • Open

    R to @steak_umm: my digital footprint precedes me
    my digital footprint precedes me  ( 1 min )
    unfortunate that if i wanted to be a politician i’d have to address my time shilling beef to the public
    unfortunate that if i wanted to be a politician i’d have to address my time shilling beef to the public  ( 1 min )
  • Open

    RT by @ZoubinGhahrama1: I'm very excited that this paper is out, it has been over 2 years in the making! I started at Google Research speeding up neural net training, but was often frustrated when we didn't know how to declare a win over Adam 🚀
    I'm very excited that this paper is out, it has been over 2 years in the making! I started at Google Research speeding up neural net training, but was often frustrated when we didn't know how to declare a win over Adam 🚀
  • Open

    to who ever said my posts are so good they deserve to be hanged up at the walls at mcdonalds. Thank you
    to who ever said my posts are so good they deserve to be hanged up at the walls at mcdonalds. Thank you  ( 1 min )
    Bitch of Reddit: Duhh we broke our web site. Can we use yours ME: suck my Penis reddit Troll trash. Go stink up "9GAG" with your Reddit Fail
    Bitch of Reddit: Duhh we broke our web site. Can we use yours ME: suck my Penis reddit Troll trash. Go stink up "9GAG" with your Reddit Fail  ( 1 min )
  • Open

    Final call for today’s blog on Swansea City’s finances #Swans
    Final call for today’s blog on Swansea City’s finances #Swans nitter.net/SwissRamble/status/1668514472476942336#m
    RT by @SwissRamble: As new investors continue to arrive at Swansea City, here's a review of the club's finances, highlighting the impact of parachute payments stopping #Swans https://swissramble.substack.com/p/swansea-city-finances-202122
    As new investors continue to arrive at Swansea City, here's a review of the club's finances, highlighting the impact of parachute payments stopping #Swans swissramble.substack.com/p/s…
  • Open

    R to @gelliottmorris: the bigger point I'd like to make is that there is still a lot of stuff happening in the poll-aggregation space today — quants are not just moving to analyses of returns and candidate ideology, WAR, etc. that includes at ABC/538, which still exists!
    the bigger point I'd like to make is that there is still a lot of stuff happening in the poll-aggregation space today — quants are not just moving to analyses of returns and candidate ideology, WAR, etc. that includes at ABC/538, which still exists! nitter.net/jaycaspiankang/status/1668609176686436352#m
    my favorite author is penguin random house
    my favorite author is penguin random house nitter.net/aedwardslevy/status/1668609276955205632#m
    christie would be a less controversial president than trump, but at the same time it is beyond paradoxical for these low-win-probability, anti-trump candidates to be crowding the field. (this is where a strong party org w/ stronger informal endorsement pressures would be helpful)
    christie would be a less controversial president than trump, but at the same time it is beyond paradoxical for these low-win-probability, anti-trump candidates to be crowding the field. (this is where a strong party org w/ stronger informal endorsement pressures would be helpful) nitter.net/AccountableGOP/status/1668412984748539906#m
  • Open

    tmblr.co/ZuM2KydzxfYWSy00
    tmblr.co/ZuM2KydzxfYWSy00
  • Open

    Here’s this week’s cartoon for @guardian_sport https://www.theguardian.com/football/ng-interactive/2023/jun/13/david-squires-on-the-greatest-football-season-in-sportswashing-history
    Here’s this week’s cartoon for @guardian_sport theguardian.com/football/ng-…
    Looking forward to seeing Emi Martínez wave this about like it’s his wang.
    Looking forward to seeing Emi Martínez wave this about like it’s his wang. nitter.net/AlbicelesteTalk/status/1668238890363154435#m
  • Open

    RT by @pixelatedboat: Berlusconi: You were right about everything. I see that now. The modern world is so full of sin. A man close to the earth is a man close to God. The Unabomber: what do tits feel like
    Berlusconi: You were right about everything. I see that now. The modern world is so full of sin. A man close to the earth is a man close to God. The Unabomber: what do tits feel like
    RT by @pixelatedboat: Interesting take on why libertarians are mostly men https://mattbruenig.com/2015/10/24/why-are-libertarians-mostly-men/
    Interesting take on why libertarians are mostly men mattbruenig.com/2015/10/24/w…
  • Open

    RT by @DaveAHopkins: 1. Late entry is a bad strategy; very late entry is a hopeless strategy. 2. Non-candidates always look great right up to when they become candidates, at which point they immediately become boring candidates and someone else is the appealing non-candidate.
    1. Late entry is a bad strategy; very late entry is a hopeless strategy. nitter.net/costareports/status/1668451275959140352#m

  • Open

    RT by @SingularMattrix: JAX/XLA is really fast
    JAX/XLA is really fast
  • Open

    This southwestern French specialty features individual cakes with a glassy, caramelized exterior contrasted with an impossibly custardy center. It's a project perfect for ambitious bakers. https://www.seriouseats.com/caneles-canneles-de-bordeaux-french-pastry-recipe-how-to-make?taid=6487a378323d39000108c8cb&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    This southwestern French specialty features individual cakes with a glassy, caramelized exterior contrasted with an impossibly custardy center. It's a project perfect for ambitious bakers. seriouseats.com/caneles-cann…
    Our favorites include thermometers (duh), a timer, and even a small spatula. https://www.seriouseats.com/best-thermoworks-products-7496209?taid=64879586f695830001bcd1b1&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Our favorites include thermometers (duh), a timer, and even a small spatula. seriouseats.com/best-thermow…
    This bold salty-sweet-sour-spicy Mexican sauce has roots in Asia, and is delicious on fresh raw fruit or paired with Tajín in an icy chamoyada or mangonada. https://www.seriouseats.com/chamoy-mexican-dried-fruit-and-hibiscus-sauce-7510202?taid=64878782e20af4000111aafe&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    This bold salty-sweet-sour-spicy Mexican sauce has roots in Asia, and is delicious on fresh raw fruit or paired with Tajín in an icy chamoyada or mangonada. seriouseats.com/chamoy-mexic…
    We compiled a list of our favorite OXO gear from our equipment reviews, including coffee makers, bench scrapers, and plastic cutting boards. https://www.seriouseats.com/best-oxo-kitchen-equipment-7506030?taid=64876b5d01ec2200011de12f&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    We compiled a list of our favorite OXO gear from our equipment reviews, including coffee makers, bench scrapers, and plastic cutting boards. seriouseats.com/best-oxo-kit…
    Our favorite model is currently on sale! https://www.seriouseats.com/oxo-drip-coffee-maker-review-6747529?taid=64875d65f695830001bcc29f&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Our favorite model is currently on sale! seriouseats.com/oxo-drip-cof…
    We tried to find the best ways to keep your sliced apples tasting and looking fresh. https://www.seriouseats.com/how-to-prevent-apple-pear-browning?taid=64874f55323d39000108b074&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    We tried to find the best ways to keep your sliced apples tasting and looking fresh. seriouseats.com/how-to-preve…
    In under a minute, a kitchen fire can grow to an inferno beyond your control. That's why you need to be prepared. We talk to an FDNY lieutenant to learn the ins and outs of fire safety in the kitchen. https://www.seriouseats.com/how-to-not-burn-your-ass-off-in-the-kitchen?taid=64873320323d39000108a8a5&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    In under a minute, a kitchen fire can grow to an inferno beyond your control. That's why you need to be prepared. We talk to an FDNY lieutenant to learn the ins and outs of fire safety in the kitchen. seriouseats.com/how-to-not-b…
    Dry-brined in a mixture of salt and baking soda then tossed in a balanced spice blend that packs subtle heat, this Cajun shrimp is tender, juicy, and packed full of flavor. https://www.seriouseats.com/cajun-shrimp-recipe-7510286?taid=6487250eb58b2500019b967e&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Dry-brined in a mixture of salt and baking soda then tossed in a balanced spice blend that packs subtle heat, this Cajun shrimp is tender, juicy, and packed full of flavor. seriouseats.com/cajun-shrimp…
    This Japanese katsudon—fried cutlet and egg rice bowl—is the best use you're ever gonna get out of leftover fried chicken or pork cutlets. https://www.seriouseats.com/katsudon-japanese-leftover-cutlet-rice-egg-bowl-recipe?taid=64866e28db77690001180079&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    This Japanese katsudon—fried cutlet and egg rice bowl—is the best use you're ever gonna get out of leftover fried chicken or pork cutlets. seriouseats.com/katsudon-jap…
    Rich with pork and cornmeal, this humble Pennsylvania-Dutch specialty is perfect with eggs. https://www.seriouseats.com/scrapple-recipe?taid=6486602dcf93b30001ec2f8a&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Rich with pork and cornmeal, this humble Pennsylvania-Dutch specialty is perfect with eggs. seriouseats.com/scrapple-rec…
  • Open

    Labor productivity down in 37 states and the District of Columbia in 2022 https://www.bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/labor-productivity-down-in-37-states-and-the-district-of-columbia-in-2022.htm #BLSdata
    Labor productivity down in 37 states and the District of Columbia in 2022 bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/labor-… #BLSdata
    If you’re at #SHRM23, we have a stat for that! Stop by our booth to learn about #BLSdata!
    If you’re at #SHRM23, we have a stat for that! Stop by our booth to learn about #BLSdata!
    Labor productivity down in 37 states and the District of Columbia in 2022 https://www.bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/labor-productivity-down-in-37-states-and-the-district-of-columbia-in-2022.htm#BLS
    Labor productivity down in 37 states and the District of Columbia in 2022 bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/labor-…
  • Open

    Indigenous groups are developing data storage technology that gives users privacy and control. Could their work influence those fighting back against invasive apps? https://trib.al/06ykAf4
    Indigenous groups are developing data storage technology that gives users privacy and control. Could their work influence those fighting back against invasive apps? trib.al/06ykAf4
    Here's how the winners of NASA's Deep Space Food Challenge are making food out of thin air https://trib.al/rOXUxv3
    Here's how the winners of NASA's Deep Space Food Challenge are making food out of thin air trib.al/rOXUxv3
    ChatGPT and other AI systems perform tasks they were not trained to do. It's surprising researchers, even those skeptical about large language models. https://trib.al/WJvmwLr
    ChatGPT and other AI systems perform tasks they were not trained to do. It's surprising researchers, even those skeptical about large language models. trib.al/WJvmwLr
    Taking 10,000 steps a day to maintain health is rooted not in science but in a marketing gimmick. So how do we determine an optimal step count for fitness? https://trib.al/ZwjJcAo
    Taking 10,000 steps a day to maintain health is rooted not in science but in a marketing gimmick. So how do we determine an optimal step count for fitness? trib.al/ZwjJcAo
    Advancements in medical technology and neuroscience are revolutionizing our understanding of the dying process. https://trib.al/s1AyEaJ
    Advancements in medical technology and neuroscience are revolutionizing our understanding of the dying process. trib.al/s1AyEaJ
    Killer whales in a group near Spain and Portugal may be teaching one another to mess with small boats. https://trib.al/6QqoxgA
    Killer whales in a group near Spain and Portugal may be teaching one another to mess with small boats. trib.al/6QqoxgA
    The combination of a massive seaweed bloom, plastic in the ocean and climate change is increasing the risk of dangerous infections https://trib.al/OCCabCM
    The combination of a massive seaweed bloom, plastic in the ocean and climate change is increasing the risk of dangerous infections trib.al/OCCabCM
    Good news: the world is discussing a treaty to stem plastic pollution. Bad news: fossil-fuel interests are trying to weaken it https://trib.al/oh4YlyE
    Good news: the world is discussing a treaty to stem plastic pollution. Bad news: fossil-fuel interests are trying to weaken it trib.al/oh4YlyE
    Arousal without orgasm isn't dangerous, so why are people pressured to engage in unwanted sexual activity to avoid it? https://trib.al/wWz4kx8
    Arousal without orgasm isn't dangerous, so why are people pressured to engage in unwanted sexual activity to avoid it? trib.al/wWz4kx8
    Wind and solar produced more U.S. power than coal during the first five months of this year, as several coal plants closed and gas prices dropped https://trib.al/BAv9m8O
    Wind and solar produced more U.S. power than coal during the first five months of this year, as several coal plants closed and gas prices dropped trib.al/BAv9m8O
    The most important and awe-inspiring science direct to your inbox. Sign up for our new-and-improved (and free!) Today in Science newsletter: http://sciam.com/today
    The most important and awe-inspiring science direct to your inbox. sciam.com/today
    R to @sciam: Listen to an interview with therapist Rebecca J. Lester (@psychanthro) on Science, Quickly to learn more about Ella’s diagnosis, treatment, and how she is doing today. 🎧🔗https://bit.ly/43pTVBd
    Listen to an interview with therapist Rebecca J. Lester (@psychanthro) on Science, Quickly to learn more about Ella’s diagnosis, treatment, and how she is doing today. bit.ly/43pTVBd
    R to @sciam: This is the story of “Ella” (pseudonym used to protect the patient’s privacy), a young woman with 12 different personalities that ranged in age from two to 16. By @psychanthro https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/a-traumatized-woman-with-multiple-personalities-gets-better-as-her-parts-work-as-a-team/
    This is the story of “Ella” (pseudonym used to protect the patient’s privacy), a young woman with 12 different personalities that ranged in age from two to 16. @psychanthro scientificamerican.com/artic…
    DID is usually treated by integrating fragmented parts—but that’s not the only solution. Learn how Rebecca Lester helped a patient with 12 identities form a community of selves in one individual. Join our @Reddit AMA w/ @psychanthro 🗓️June 14 at 1pm ET 🔗https://www.reddit.com/r/IAmA/
    DID is usually treated by integrating fragmented parts—but that’s not the only solution. Learn how Rebecca Lester helped a patient with 12 identities form a community of selves in one individual. @Reddit AMA w/ @psychanthro teddit.net/r/IAmA/
    New antiviral drugs could save thousands from COVID-19, influenza and other severe lung infections. [Sponsored by @Synairgenplc] https://www.scientificamerican.com/custom-media/how-immune-boosting-medicine-could-save-lives-in-a-pandemic/?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=sacm_synairgen&utm_content=link-post
    New antiviral drugs could save thousands from COVID-19, influenza and other severe lung infections. [Sponsored by @Synairgenplc] scientificamerican.com/custo…
    In the guise of collecting scientific data, data brokers are running a massive privacy invasion. Researchers should stop helping them | Opinion https://trib.al/L5epjlt
    In the guise of collecting scientific data, data brokers are running a massive privacy invasion. Researchers should stop helping them | Opinion trib.al/L5epjlt
    The destruction of the Kakhovka Dam threatens both agriculture and nature reserves, a Ukrainian conservationist says https://trib.al/UYcUhwC
    The destruction of the Kakhovka Dam threatens both agriculture and nature reserves, a Ukrainian conservationist says trib.al/UYcUhwC
    New research shows surprising activity levels in dying brains and may help explain the sudden clarity many people with dementia experience near death https://trib.al/S9UrSEB
    New research shows surprising activity levels in dying brains and may help explain the sudden clarity many people with dementia experience near death trib.al/S9UrSEB  ( 1 min )
    Wildfire smoke not only contains dangerous-to-breathe particles but also can react with urban air pollution to create toxic ozone https://trib.al/ei6FgPz
    Wildfire smoke not only contains dangerous-to-breathe particles but also can react with urban air pollution to create toxic ozone trib.al/ei6FgPz
  • Open

    RT by @andrewgwils: Guided discrete diffusion to optimize protein and antibody sequences. @gruver_nate @samuel_stanton_ @nc_frey @timrudner, Isidro Hotzel, Julien Lafrance-Vanasse, Arvind Rajpal @kchonyc @andrewgwils https://arxiv.org/abs/2305.20009
    Guided discrete diffusion to optimize protein and antibody sequences. @gruver_nate @samuel_stanton_ @nc_frey @timrudner, Isidro Hotzel, Julien Lafrance-Vanasse, Arvind Rajpal @kchonyc @andrewgwils arxiv.org/abs/2305.20009
    R to @andrewgwils: You’d have to be a TNG fan to appreciate it though.
    You’d have to be a TNG fan to appreciate it though.
    “Picard” redeems itself in Season 3. I almost didn’t watch it after Seasons 1 & 2.
    “Picard” redeems itself in Season 3. I almost didn’t watch it after Seasons 1 & 2.
  • Open

    RT by @gelliottmorris: ross is cooking... https://www.nytimes.com/2023/06/12/opinion/donald-trump-2024.html
    ross is cooking... nytimes.com/2023/06/12/opini…  ( 1 min )
  • Open

    Public confidence in vaccines has declined across sub-Saharan Africa since the #COVID19 pandemic, new research shows. https://scim.ag/2YU
    Public confidence in vaccines has declined across sub-Saharan Africa since the #COVID19 pandemic, new research shows. scim.ag/2YU
    The practice may protect rhinos, but it changes behavior and could have long-term consequences. https://scim.ag/2YQ
    The practice may protect rhinos, but it changes behavior and could have long-term consequences. scim.ag/2YQ
    RT by @NewsfromScience: “There is a real desire for change.” My latest story for @ScienceInsider—about the preliminary findings of a working group NIH established to address concerns that postdoc appointments are no longer an attractive option for early-career researchers. https://www.science.org/content/article/nih-working-group-calls-fewer-better-paid-postdocs
    “There is a real desire for change.” @ScienceInsider—about the preliminary findings of a working group NIH established to address concerns that postdoc appointments are no longer an attractive option for early-career researchers. science.org/content/article/…
    Postdocs in U.S. biomedical research labs should be paid better, even if it means supporting fewer of them. That’s the preliminary position of a working group formed by the U.S. National Institutes of Health. https://scim.ag/2YL
    Postdocs in U.S. biomedical research labs should be paid better, even if it means supporting fewer of them. scim.ag/2YL
    Researchers claim that Homo naledi, a small-brained human relative, buried its dead and made art long before our own species did. https://scim.ag/2YG
    Researchers claim that Homo naledi, a small-brained human relative, buried its dead and made art long before our own species did. scim.ag/2YG
    A new brain-spine interface has allowed a paralyzed man to walk more fluidly, navigate obstacles, and climb stairs. https://scim.ag/2YC
    A new brain-spine interface has allowed a paralyzed man to walk more fluidly, navigate obstacles, and climb stairs. scim.ag/2YC
    A new study suggests fear of society’s downfall stems from negative media and biased memory. https://scim.ag/2Y5
    A new study suggests fear of society’s downfall stems from negative media and biased memory. scim.ag/2Y5
    RT by @NewsfromScience: For more context, a good explainer https://www.science.org/content/article/could-fused-neurons-explain-covid-19-s-brain-fog @NewsfromScience by @claulopezneuro
    For more context, a good explainer science.org/content/article/… @NewsfromScience by @claulopezneuro
    RT by @NewsfromScience: Side-stepping plant sex could dramatically lower the cost of high-yielding, hybrid crops, such as using helicopters to blow pollen from one rice strain to another. Learn more in this @NewsfromScience feature: https://scim.ag/2Y0
    Side-stepping plant sex could dramatically lower the cost of high-yielding, hybrid crops, such as using helicopters to blow pollen from one rice strain to another. @NewsfromScience feature: scim.ag/2Y0
    Last year, scientists used #AI to discover the potential presence of a nearly 1-million-year-old campfire at an archaeological site in Israel. #ScienceMagArchives https://scim.ag/2XW
    Last year, scientists used #AI to discover the potential presence of a nearly 1-million-year-old campfire at an archaeological site in Israel. #ScienceMagArchives scim.ag/2XW
    A decision is due shortly on two related cases involving the admissions practices at Harvard University and the University of North Carolina. To better understand what’s at stake, @ScienceInsider outlines seven things to know. ⬇️ https://scim.ag/2XN
    A decision is due shortly on two related cases involving the admissions practices at Harvard University and the University of North Carolina. @ScienceInsider outlines seven things to know. ⬇️ scim.ag/2XN
    Snow flies patrolling the frozen mountains of North America in search of mates have developed a unique adaptation to their hostile environment. https://scim.ag/2XM
    Snow flies patrolling the frozen mountains of North America in search of mates have developed a unique adaptation to their hostile environment. scim.ag/2XM
    President Joe Biden is asking Congress for $35 million to begin planning a new national laboratory to study the impact of #ClimateChange on disadvantaged communities. https://scim.ag/2XK
    President Joe Biden is asking Congress for $35 million to begin planning a new national laboratory to study the impact of #ClimateChange on disadvantaged communities. scim.ag/2XK  ( 1 min )
    New lab studies suggest #SARSCoV2 causes brain cells to stick together, but more research is needed to determine the overall significance. https://scim.ag/2XI
    New lab studies suggest #SARSCoV2 causes brain cells to stick together, but more research is needed to determine the overall significance. scim.ag/2XI
    By systematically citing other papers published by Saveetha faculty—including papers on completely unrelated topics—the undergraduate publications have helped dramatically inflate the number of citations linked to Saveetha Dental College. https://scim.ag/2XH
    By systematically citing other papers published by Saveetha faculty—including papers on completely unrelated topics—the undergraduate publications have helped dramatically inflate the number of citations linked to Saveetha Dental College. scim.ag/2XH
    Replacing worn-out batteries in animal tracking devices can be a time-consuming, expensive duty for wildlife scientists. It’s stressful for the animals, too.  Now, researchers have invented a tracker powered by the animals’ own movement. https://scim.ag/2XF
    Replacing worn-out batteries in animal tracking devices can be a time-consuming, expensive duty for wildlife scientists. It’s stressful for the animals, too.  scim.ag/2XF
    Comb jellies may have descended from the "sister to all other animals." https://scim.ag/2XE
    Comb jellies may have descended from the "sister to all other animals." scim.ag/2XE
  • Open

    The prolific polymath Thomas Young made substantial contributions as a physicist, physician, physiologist, philologist, Egyptologist, and writer, argues biographer Andrew Robinson. 📕 Read more from @SciMagBooks: https://scim.ag/2YT
    The prolific polymath Thomas Young made substantial contributions as a physicist, physician, physiologist, philologist, Egyptologist, and writer, argues biographer Andrew Robinson. @SciMagBooks: scim.ag/2YT
    Despite the importance of nonhuman primates, reference genomes have been sequenced in <10% of species. A new Science study presents high-quality reference genomes for 27 primate species, adding to available resources. https://scim.ag/2YN #PrimateGenomes
    Despite the importance of nonhuman primates, reference genomes have been sequenced in <10% of species. scim.ag/2YN #PrimateGenomes
    A new @ScienceTM study in pregnant marmosets shows that previous infection with #dengue virus exacerbates #Zika infection in placenta and fetal brain tissue. https://scim.ag/2YE
    A new @ScienceTM study in pregnant marmosets shows that previous infection with #dengue virus exacerbates #Zika infection in placenta and fetal brain tissue. scim.ag/2YE
    "The lessons I was learning as a basketball coach helped me find my footing as a scientific leader." In this week's #ScienceWorkingLife, a #PhD student writes about finding research leadership skills on the basketball court. @ScienceCareers https://scim.ag/2Y4
    "The lessons I was learning as a basketball coach helped me find my footing as a scientific leader." #ScienceWorkingLife, a #PhD student writes about finding research leadership skills on the basketball court. @ScienceCareers scim.ag/2Y4
    A new @SciSignal study in mice reveals a molecular cascade in cells called #astrocytes that induces water influx and brain swelling after #stroke, which can be treated by blocking proteins in the cascade. https://scim.ag/2Y1
    A new @SciSignal study in mice reveals a molecular cascade in cells called #astrocytes that induces water influx and brain swelling after #stroke, which can be treated by blocking proteins in the cascade. scim.ag/2Y1
    2020’s #COVID19 lockdowns altered mammal movements worldwide, new research finds. The results illustrate how human activities constrain animal movement and how animals react when those activities cease. 📄: https://scim.ag/2XR #SciencePerspective: https://scim.ag/2XQ
    2020’s #COVID19 lockdowns altered mammal movements worldwide, new research finds. The results illustrate how human activities constrain animal movement and how animals react when those activities cease. scim.ag/2XR #SciencePerspective: scim.ag/2XQ
    Urinary tract infections (UTIs) reoccur easily, in part, because resident memory T (TRM) cells are slow to establish immune memory, finds a new @SciImmunology study in mice. https://scim.ag/2XL
    Urinary tract infections (UTIs) reoccur easily, in part, because resident memory T (TRM) cells are slow to establish immune memory, finds a new @SciImmunology study in mice. scim.ag/2XL
    A recent Science study considers the wide-ranging effects that transposable elements impose on the genomic architecture of placental mammals. https://scim.ag/2XJ #Zoonomia
    A recent Science study considers the wide-ranging effects that transposable elements impose on the genomic architecture of placental mammals. scim.ag/2XJ #Zoonomia
    The #liver has an uncanny ability to repair and regenerate itself, and new research in mice suggests that the suppression of #cholesterol synthesis by the protein UHRF2 could be important for the process. @SciSignal https://scim.ag/2XG
    The #liver has an uncanny ability to repair and regenerate itself, and new research in mice suggests that the suppression of #cholesterol synthesis by the protein UHRF2 could be important for the process. @SciSignal scim.ag/2XG
  • Open

    R to @steak_umm: wrong app
    wrong app
    R to @steak_umm: 942493
    942493
    my personal email is a minefield i occasionally tiptoe through for verification codes
    my personal email is a minefield i occasionally tiptoe through for verification codes  ( 1 min )
  • Open

    Non-Executive Director Graeme Sharp is one of three @Everton Board members to have today left their roles. #EFC https://trainingground.guru/articles/sharp-steps-down-as-everton-non-executive-director
    Non-Executive Director Graeme Sharp is one of three @Everton Board members to have today left their roles. #EFC trainingground.guru/articles…
    RT by @ground_guru: My time at Southampton FC has come to an end. Grateful to have been given the opportunity to work in the Premier League for the last 4 seasons. I want to wish the club, players, staff and the fans all the best for the future. 😇 Now ready for a new opportunity……..🧤⚽️
    My time at Southampton FC has come to an end. Grateful to have been given the opportunity to work in the Premier League for the last 4 seasons. I want to wish the club, players, staff and the fans all the best for the future. 😇 Now ready for a new opportunity……..🧤⚽️
    "I’m an Academy specialist. I have worked at adult level and it was ok. When I started working with and educating young people, yeah, I loved that." @DeasunO https://trainingground.guru/articles/des-ryan-athletic-development-at-arsenal-academy
    "I’m an Academy specialist. I have worked at adult level and it was ok. When I started working with and educating young people, yeah, I loved that." @DeasunO trainingground.guru/articles… nitter.net/ground_guru/status/1668216960432078850#m
    RT by @ground_guru: Newcastle United is very clear with their intentions to be a Top 4 clubs. This is a very strong Scouting Dept. Talent development starts with scouting and recruitment. All of the big Academies have good players, but this stage is crucial if you want to go from good to great.
    Newcastle United is very clear with their intentions to be a Top 4 clubs. This is a very strong Scouting Dept. nitter.net/ground_guru/status/1668192798506459140#m
    RT by @ground_guru: "Maybe in Academies people are more early career. Having that person pulling everything together, linking in with the other departments, someone with a little bit of grey hair, is so important." @DeasunO https://trainingground.guru/articles/des-ryan-athletic-development-at-arsenal-academy
    "Maybe in Academies people are more early career. Having that person pulling everything together, linking in with the other departments, someone with a little bit of grey hair, is so important." @DeasunO trainingground.guru/articles…
    Tributes have been paid to @Everton Academy Recruitment Manager Ian Lavery, who has died following a short illness. https://trainingground.guru/articles/tributes-paid-to-everton-academy-recruitment-manager-lavery
    Tributes have been paid to @Everton Academy Recruitment Manager Ian Lavery, who has died following a short illness. trainingground.guru/articles…
    Expect Russell Martin to be announced as Southampton's new Head Coach within the next 48 hours. Compensation demands of Swansea have been the sticking point, but close to being resolved.
    Expect Russell Martin to be announced as Southampton's new Head Coach within the next 48 hours. Compensation demands of Swansea have been the sticking point, but close to being resolved.
    RT by @ground_guru: And the soon to be 3rd Sport Republic team.... Valenciennes FC 😇
    And the soon to be 3rd Sport Republic team.... Valenciennes FC 😇
    .@stokecity Chief Scout @TommyCoakley has been appointed Senior Scout @afcbournemouth https://trainingground.guru/bulletin-board
    .@stokecity Chief Scout @TommyCoakley has been appointed Senior Scout @afcbournemouth trainingground.guru/bulletin…
    RT by @ground_guru: Great appointment 💪🏻
    Great appointment 💪🏻
    Newcastle United have completed their new Academy recruitment department - and it looks pretty formidable #NUFC https://trainingground.guru/articles/newcastle-united-complete-academy-recruitment-overhaul 👇👇👇
    Newcastle United have completed their new Academy recruitment department - and it looks pretty formidable #NUFC trainingground.guru/articles… 👇👇👇
    🚨 CLOSES TOMORROW (at 9am)! Head of Coaching @BurnleyOfficial https://trainingground.guru/jobs-listings/head-of-academy-coaching-burnley
    🚨 CLOSES TOMORROW (at 9am)! @BurnleyOfficial trainingground.guru/jobs-lis…
    📊 @joeferrelly is leaving @Everton after four years to become Head of Data and Research for Sport Republic, working for @SouthamptonFC and @Goztepe in Turkey. #SaintsFC #Everton https://trainingground.guru/articles/evertons-ferrelly-appointed-head-of-data-and-research-by-southampton
    📊 @joeferrelly is leaving @Everton after four years to become Head of Data and Research for Sport Republic, working for @SouthamptonFC and @Goztepe in Turkey. #SaintsFC #Everton trainingground.guru/articles…
    RT by @ground_guru: The application process for the UEFA Pro Licence 2024/25 is now open. Please follow the link to apply - https://apply.thefa.com/course/125
    The application process for the UEFA Pro Licence 2024/25 is now open. Please follow the link to apply - apply.thefa.com/course/125
    Interesting clip from April 2022 This is the bigger picture that Technical Director Dan Ashworth has been looking at. One of the first steps = new Academy recruitment department, which is now in place Story here... https://trainingground.guru/articles/newcastle-united-complete-academy-recruitment-overhaul
    Interesting clip from April 2022 trainingground.guru/articles… nitter.net/SkySportsNews/status/1515636762734903298#m
  • Open

    Have a high-pitched voice? It might be in your genes https://go.nature.com/3J3Fefq
    Have a high-pitched voice? It might be in your genes go.nature.com/3J3Fefq
    Energy-drink ingredient taurine offers striking health benefits in mice, monkeys and worms. But more work is needed to investigate its link with ageing. https://go.nature.com/3Cm6WAf
    Energy-drink ingredient taurine offers striking health benefits in mice, monkeys and worms. But more work is needed to investigate its link with ageing. go.nature.com/3Cm6WAf
    How I use science to protect my people’s birthright https://go.nature.com/3N5Ffk8
    How I use science to protect my people’s birthright go.nature.com/3N5Ffk8
    Why are the Canadian wildfires so bad this year? https://go.nature.com/3NoJR68
    Why are the Canadian wildfires so bad this year? go.nature.com/3NoJR68
    RT by @Nature: Starting in October, NIH will require foreign subawardees to send copies of their lab notebooks and data to the PI every 3 months. Researchers say this policy will have a chilling effect on international collaborations. Read more in @Nature: https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-023-01930-0
    Starting in October, NIH will require foreign subawardees to send copies of their lab notebooks and data to the PI every 3 months. @Nature: nature.com/articles/d41586-0…
    NIH to intensify scrutiny of foreign grant recipients in wake of COVID origins debate https://go.nature.com/3Nps7Yv
    NIH to intensify scrutiny of foreign grant recipients in wake of COVID origins debate go.nature.com/3Nps7Yv
    Regulators will decide whether a gene therapy for Duchenne muscular dystrophy is ready for the market. Here’s what’s at stake for children with the disease, their families and the gene-therapy field https://go.nature.com/3oZ5HDW
    Regulators will decide whether a gene therapy for Duchenne muscular dystrophy is ready for the market. Here’s what’s at stake for children with the disease, their families and the gene-therapy field go.nature.com/3oZ5HDW
    Cholera bacteria turn slime into an offensive weapon https://go.nature.com/3p21gYU
    Cholera bacteria turn slime into an offensive weapon go.nature.com/3p21gYU
    Ukraine dam collapse: what scientists are watching https://go.nature.com/43Y5fEV
    Ukraine dam collapse: what scientists are watching go.nature.com/43Y5fEV
    The high cost of ‘reformatting’ prompts a call for journals to change their requirements https://go.nature.com/460puDK
    The high cost of ‘reformatting’ prompts a call for journals to change their requirements go.nature.com/460puDK
  • Open

    RT by @tetraduzione: Absolutely floored that @QueerinAI paper was selected for Best Paper award at @FAccTConference !!! It is such a honor, congrats to all my coauthors #FAccT2023
    Absolutely floored that @QueerinAI paper was selected for Best Paper award at @FAccTConference !!! It is such a honor, congrats to all my coauthors #FAccT2023  ( 1 min )
    RT by @tetraduzione: 👀 Curious about how to answering causal queries of mixed-type data? 🎯 Don't miss our latest work! We provide an answer to such question and much much more! 🧵Check out the amazing thread by @javaloyML #NormalizingFlows #CausalInference
    👀 Curious about how to answering causal queries of mixed-type data? @javaloyML #NormalizingFlows #CausalInference nitter.net/javaloyML/status/1667154628998230020#m  ( 1 min )
  • Open

    R to @OptaAnalyst:
    No content preview
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: The most goals scored and total goal involvements by players when aged under 21 years old across the top five European leagues in 2022-23. More stats: https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/how-much-faith-does-your-club-show-in-young-players-2022-23/
    The most goals scored and total goal involvements by players when aged under 21 years old across the top five European leagues in 2022-23. theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/ho…
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐞𝐫 𝐓𝐚𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐬 🎯 It may seem somewhat vulture-like to look for bargains from relegated teams, but we’ve done it anyway. In our Relegated Transfer Targets series, we have analysed the players at each club who are moved likely to make a move this summer.
    𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐞𝐫 𝐓𝐚𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐬 🎯 It may seem somewhat vulture-like to look for bargains from relegated teams, but we’ve done it anyway. In our Relegated Transfer Targets series, we have analysed the players at each club who are moved likely to make a move this summer.
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: No side have won a top flight league title this century across England, Spain, Italy, Germany or France having given more minutes to U21 players in a season than @FCBarcelona did in 2022-23 (8,555). More stats: https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/how-much-faith-does-your-club-show-in-young-players-2022-23/
    No side have won a top flight league title this century across England, Spain, Italy, Germany or France having given more minutes to U21 players in a season than @FCBarcelona did in 2022-23 (8,555). theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/ho…
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: Across the top five European leagues in 2022-23, @Ligue1_ENG handed the most minutes to players aged under 21 (68,212). @LaLigaEN's total of 37,873 was their highest in six seasons. More stats: https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/how-much-faith-does-your-club-show-in-young-players-2022-23/
    Across the top five European leagues in 2022-23, @Ligue1_ENG handed the most minutes to players aged under 21 (68,212). @LaLigaEN's total of 37,873 was their highest in six seasons. theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/ho…
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: Does Experience Bring Success? 👀 We look at all facts and stats for the youngest teams and players in 2022-23 across the top five European leagues. https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/how-much-faith-does-your-club-show-in-u21-players-2022-23/
    Does Experience Bring Success? 👀 theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/ho…
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: 𝐎𝐩𝐭𝐚 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐑𝐚𝐧𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬: 2022-23 🌍 The 2022-23 league season is over for the most leagues across the world, so now is an ideal time to look at how they all rank in the Opta Power Rankings. We rank 12,934 men's teams across the world. What rank are your team?
    𝐎𝐩𝐭𝐚 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐑𝐚𝐧𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬: 2022-23 🌍 The 2022-23 league season is over for the most leagues across the world, so now is an ideal time to look at how they all rank in the Opta Power Rankings. We rank 12,934 men's teams across the world. What rank are your team?
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: 🆕 Brand new Opta Quiz podcast 🎧 Test your Champions League knowledge against our 10 questions! Download, Listen & Subscribe now Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/opta-quiz/id1691049656 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/3ffm6r8y7EtjToyE01INQg Others - https://linktr.ee/OptaQuiz https://theanalyst.com/eu/podcast/opta-quiz-no-2-uefa-champions-league/
    🆕 Brand new Opta Quiz podcast 🎧 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcas… open.spotify.com/show/3ffm6r… linktr.ee/OptaQuiz theanalyst.com/eu/podcast/op…
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: European Football in 2022-23 🇪🇺 With the top five European leagues finished for the 2022-23 season, we look back over the key stats trends from the campaign. https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/top-five-league-stats-goals-cards-time-wasting/
    European Football in 2022-23 🇪🇺 theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/to…
    Uruguay won the U20 World Cup with a 1-0 victory over Italy in the final, last night. It wasn't a classic. Italy failed to attempt a single shot on target and only had four shots overall.
    Uruguay won the U20 World Cup with a 1-0 victory over Italy in the final, last night. It wasn't a classic. Italy failed to attempt a single shot on target and only had four shots overall.
  • Open

    In which we see the artistic and economic sides of Keynes in one glance. https://www.commonwealmagazine.org/john-maynard-keynes-economics-uncertainty-woolf-lears
    In which we see the artistic and economic sides of Keynes in one glance. commonwealmagazine.org/john-…
    tmblr.co/ZuM2Kydzl54RGi01
    tmblr.co/ZuM2Kydzl54RGi01
    tmblr.co/ZuM2Kydzd2r-8m00
    tmblr.co/ZuM2Kydzd2r-8m00
  • Open

    Final call for today’s blog on which Premier League clubs have delivered most value for money.
    Final call for today’s blog on which Premier League clubs have delivered most value for money. nitter.net/SwissRamble/status/1668151323286487041#m
    R to @SwissRamble: There's a blog explaining how these figures are calculated if people are interested (written after the semi-finals). https://swissramble.substack.com/p/champions-league-revenue-202223-estimate
    There's a blog explaining how these figures are calculated if people are interested (written after the semi-finals). swissramble.substack.com/p/c…  ( 1 min )
    R to @SwissRamble: My model suggests that Inter earned almost exactly €100m for reaching the Champions League final. Other Italian representatives: Milan €85m, Napoli €77m and Juventus €56m #Inter #Milan #SSCNapoli #Juventus
    My model suggests that Inter earned almost exactly €100m for reaching the Champions League final. Other Italian representatives: Milan €85m, Napoli €77m and Juventus €56m #Inter #Milan #SSCNapoli #Juventus  ( 1 min )
    R to @SwissRamble: West Ham earned €23m for winning the Europa Conference League, while the Europa League representatives, Manchester United and Arsenal, received €31m and €26m respectively #WHUFC #MUFC #AFC
    West Ham earned €23m for winning the Europa Conference League, while the Europa League representatives, Manchester United and Arsenal, received €31m and €26m respectively #WHUFC #MUFC #AFC  ( 1 min )
    RT by @SwissRamble: Following Manchester City's victory in Saturday's UEFA Champions League final, I estimate that they have earned €131m in TV/prize money. The other English representatives also got good money: Chelsea €94m, Liverpool €82m and Tottenham €64m #MCFC #CFC #LFC #THFC
    Following Manchester City's victory in Saturday's UEFA Champions League final, I estimate that they have earned €131m in TV/prize money. The other English representatives also got good money: Chelsea €94m, Liverpool €82m and Tottenham €64m #MCFC #CFC #LFC #THFC  ( 1 min )
    Which Premier League club delivers most bang for the buck? Lunchtime reminder of today’s blog.
    Which Premier League club delivers most bang for the buck? nitter.net/SwissRamble/status/1668151323286487041#m
    RT by @SwissRamble: A look at how Premier League clubs performed relative to their budget last season. Good news for Brentford and Brighton, while Arsenal were best of the Big Six. Not so good for Chelsea, Leicester City and Everton #BrentfordFC #BHAFC #AFC #CFC #LCFC #EFC https://swissramble.substack.com/p/best-performing-clubs-relative-to
    A look at how Premier League clubs performed relative to their budget last season. #BrentfordFC #BHAFC #AFC #CFC #LCFC #EFC swissramble.substack.com/p/b…
  • Open

    #SCOTUS issues orders from last week's conference, but does not grant any new cases. Order list is here: https://www.supremecourt.gov/orders/courtorders/061223zor_d18f.pdf
    #SCOTUS issues orders from last week's conference, but does not grant any new cases. Order list is here: supremecourt.gov/orders/cour…
  • Open

    RT by @BayesianIn: "Causality in Practice" colloquium, by @CNRS, takes place this week at @PascalInstitut (Orsay 🇫🇷) 👉 https://quarter-on-causality.github.io/practice/ We are happy to have Benjamin Heymann there to talk about “Causal Inference with Information Algebras”. ⏰Today at 2:15 PM https://arxiv.org/pdf/2108.03099.pdf
    "Causality in Practice" colloquium, by @CNRS, takes place this week at @PascalInstitut (Orsay 🇫🇷) 👉 quarter-on-causality.github.… arxiv.org/pdf/2108.03099.pdf
  • Open

    RT by @pixelatedboat: You straight up could not do anything this funny on tv anymore
    You straight up could not do anything this funny on tv anymore

  • Open

    Nature research paper: Dendrite initiation and propagation in lithium metal solid-state batteries https://go.nature.com/3WVEpLe
    Nature research paper: Dendrite initiation and propagation in lithium metal solid-state batteries go.nature.com/3WVEpLe
    Nature research paper: Organic–inorganic covalent–ionic molecules for elastic ceramic plastic https://go.nature.com/3NguUTA
    Nature research paper: Organic–inorganic covalent–ionic molecules for elastic ceramic plastic go.nature.com/3NguUTA
    Nature research paper: Northwest African Neolithic initiated by migrants from Iberia and Levant https://go.nature.com/42oSeTC
    Nature research paper: Northwest African Neolithic initiated by migrants from Iberia and Levant go.nature.com/42oSeTC
    RT by @Nature: Fifty years ago, the Black–Scholes formula transformed financial markets and mathematical finance research https://go.nature.com/3NjZZpv
    Fifty years ago, the Black–Scholes formula transformed financial markets and mathematical finance research go.nature.com/3NjZZpv
    Nature research paper: Ultraviolet radiation shapes dendritic cell leukaemia transformation in the skin https://go.nature.com/3MZvTX6
    Nature research paper: Ultraviolet radiation shapes dendritic cell leukaemia transformation in the skin go.nature.com/3MZvTX6
    Nature research paper: Health system-scale language models are all-purpose prediction engines https://go.nature.com/3J1ZSMX
    Nature research paper: Health system-scale language models are all-purpose prediction engines go.nature.com/3J1ZSMX
    Nature research paper: Interchange reconnection as the source of the fast solar wind within coronal holes https://go.nature.com/43MXD7Z
    Nature research paper: Interchange reconnection as the source of the fast solar wind within coronal holes go.nature.com/43MXD7Z
  • Open

    RT by @pixelatedboat: This, uh, was not in the original post
    This, uh, was not in the original post nitter.net/kawaki0707/status/1668021791460061188#m
    RT by @pixelatedboat: I really want to buy this shirt! Does anybody know where I can buy it?
    I really want to buy this shirt! Does anybody know where I can buy it?
  • Open

    A hearty Filipino pork dish that pairs well with beer. https://www.seriouseats.com/sizzling-sisig-5196333?taid=648643fdab5b6700017329e1&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    A hearty Filipino pork dish that pairs well with beer. seriouseats.com/sizzling-sis…
    Fried green plantain chips seasoned lightly with salt are a popular snack all over the Caribbean and Central and South America. The key to success is cutting uniform slices for even cooking. https://www.seriouseats.com/fried-plantain-chips?taid=648635e3ab5b6700017326f6&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Fried green plantain chips seasoned lightly with salt are a popular snack all over the Caribbean and Central and South America. The key to success is cutting uniform slices for even cooking. seriouseats.com/fried-planta…
    Flecked with black sesame seeds, these buttermilk biscuits have a beautiful nuttiness that pairs well with everything from fried chicken to Japanese onsen tamago. https://www.seriouseats.com/black-sesame-buttermilk-biscuit-recipe?taid=648627da137e40000183cf44&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Flecked with black sesame seeds, these buttermilk biscuits have a beautiful nuttiness that pairs well with everything from fried chicken to Japanese onsen tamago. seriouseats.com/black-sesame…
    Easy to throw together, this springtime vegetable tart is loaded with tender fresh green produce and flavorful cheese. https://www.seriouseats.com/savory-asparagus-mushroom-leek-and-cheese-galette?taid=64860bb7ab5b670001731f17&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Easy to throw together, this springtime vegetable tart is loaded with tender fresh green produce and flavorful cheese. seriouseats.com/savory-aspar…
    A start-to-finish guide to cooking the perfect Japanese breakfast. https://www.seriouseats.com/how-to-make-a-japanese-breakfast?taid=6485fda7cf93b30001ec16a8&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    A start-to-finish guide to cooking the perfect Japanese breakfast. seriouseats.com/how-to-make-…
    Tomatoes, onion, and fragrant spices transform plain scrambled eggs into a wonderfully flavorful meal in a matter of minutes. https://www.seriouseats.com/anda-bhurji-spicy-indian-scrambled-eggs-recipe?taid=6485e19af016640001100b3d&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Tomatoes, onion, and fragrant spices transform plain scrambled eggs into a wonderfully flavorful meal in a matter of minutes. seriouseats.com/anda-bhurji-…
    From mouth-numbing Sichuan peppercorn wings to Korean-style fire chicken and anchovy banchan, these spicy snacks pack a fiery punch. https://www.seriouseats.com/spicy-snacks-7097027?taid=6485d386db7769000117e423&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    From mouth-numbing Sichuan peppercorn wings to Korean-style fire chicken and anchovy banchan, these spicy snacks pack a fiery punch. seriouseats.com/spicy-snacks…
    Pay attention to technique to perfect this classic recipe, and you'll have a quick and satisfying meal on your hands. https://www.seriouseats.com/tortilla-espanola-spanish-potato-omelette-recipe?taid=6485b761d4faf00001b59bde&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Pay attention to technique to perfect this classic recipe, and you'll have a quick and satisfying meal on your hands. seriouseats.com/tortilla-esp…
    Old Fashioneds, negronis, martinis, and more: the old standbys that every self-respecting cocktail aficionado should be able to make. https://www.seriouseats.com/cocktails-everyone-should-know?taid=64851cadd4faf00001b586b3&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Old Fashioneds, negronis, martinis, and more: the old standbys that every self-respecting cocktail aficionado should be able to make. seriouseats.com/cocktails-ev…
    Quick-cooking flank steak and bitter dandelion greens combine with sweet peach wedges for a full one-pan dinner that's ready in just 15 minutes. https://www.seriouseats.com/flank-steak-with-bitter-greens-and-peaches-is-a-one-pan-wonder?taid=64850e9bf0166400010feda2&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Quick-cooking flank steak and bitter dandelion greens combine with sweet peach wedges for a full one-pan dinner that's ready in just 15 minutes. seriouseats.com/flank-steak-…
  • Open

    RT by @ground_guru: In 1988, a young Claudio Ranieri arrived at Cagliari in Serie C and took them to TWO successive promotions to Serie A. In December, a 71 year old Ranieri came in with the task to bring Cagliari back to Serie A - mission accomplished ✅🇮🇹 🎥 @CronacheTweet
    In 1988, a young Claudio Ranieri arrived at Cagliari in Serie C and took them to TWO successive promotions to Serie A. @CronacheTweet
  • Open

    in general it would be good for primaries to be majoritarian (given they remain single-winner, which we constantly chose to settle for and don’t have to use!), even if in this case the NC GOP would be doing it for the wrong reasons
    in general it would be good for primaries to be majoritarian (given they remain single-winner, which we constantly chose to settle for and don’t have to use!), even if in this case the NC GOP would be doing it for the wrong reasons nitter.net/geoffreyvs/status/1667685386762727427#m
    reminder that the sample sizes for these subgroups are often in the double or single digits
    reminder that the sample sizes for these subgroups are often in the double or single digits nitter.net/BradWilcoxIFS/status/1667932309197029376#m
    my best guess at the rank of potential outcomes of 2024 GOP primary by probability: - trump wins - trump loses, but not because he is sentenced in federal documents case - trump is sentenced in federal documents case and loses because of it - trump wins from prison
    my best guess at the rank of potential outcomes of 2024 GOP primary by probability: nitter.net/AaronBlake/status/1667893341101387776#m
  • Open

    Particles from air pollution could worsen the spread and severity of #H1N1 viruses, suggests a new study in mice from @ScienceAdvances. https://scim.ag/2XC
    Particles from air pollution could worsen the spread and severity of #H1N1 viruses, suggests a new study in mice from @ScienceAdvances. scim.ag/2XC
    There’s more to #RNA viruses than diseases. In a study last year, researchers identified thousands of RNA viruses in the ocean. The sequences filled previously missing gaps, confirming hypotheses regarding the evolution of RNA viruses. https://scim.ag/2Xw #ScienceMagArchives
    There’s more to #RNA viruses than diseases. scim.ag/2Xw #ScienceMagArchives
    Soil microbiota transplanted from more stressful environmental conditions, such as drought or excessive heat or cold, can enhance tree tolerance to changing climates, researchers report in Science. 📄: https://scim.ag/2Xq #SciencePerspective: https://scim.ag/2Xp
    Soil microbiota transplanted from more stressful environmental conditions, such as drought or excessive heat or cold, can enhance tree tolerance to changing climates, researchers report in Science. scim.ag/2Xq #SciencePerspective: scim.ag/2Xp
  • Open

    After decades of monitoring, researchers reported in 2020 that they had detected a subtle shift in the orbit of the closest known star to the supermassive black hole at the center of the Milky Way—matching Einstein’s theory precisely. #ScienceMagArchives https://scim.ag/2XA
    After decades of monitoring, researchers reported in 2020 that they had detected a subtle shift in the orbit of the closest known star to the supermassive black hole at the center of the Milky Way—matching Einstein’s theory precisely. #ScienceMagArchives scim.ag/2XA
    The scalloped hammerhead may be the only fish to employ this strategy during deep dives, keeping chilly water out of its body. https://scim.ag/2Xu
    The scalloped hammerhead may be the only fish to employ this strategy during deep dives, keeping chilly water out of its body. scim.ag/2Xu
    If this study rings true, elephants would become the only known animal besides humans and bonobos to have domesticated themselves. https://scim.ag/2Xm
    If this study rings true, elephants would become the only known animal besides humans and bonobos to have domesticated themselves. scim.ag/2Xm
  • Open

    Watching Socceraid purely for the Francesco Totti - Usain Bolt combo. Totti receiving the ball between the lines and slipping in Bolt for the opener (having sprinted in behind so fast that the right-back has done his Achilles trying to keep up) is exactly what I wanted, thanks.
    Watching Socceraid purely for the Francesco Totti - Usain Bolt combo. Totti receiving the ball between the lines and slipping in Bolt for the opener (having sprinted in behind so fast that the right-back has done his Achilles trying to keep up) is exactly what I wanted, thanks.
    RT by @Zonal_Marking: Analysis of the Champions League final. Stones as a RB->No8 rather than a CB->No6. How it worked, how it didn't, and how it played a part in the winning goal. https://theathletic.com/4600447/2023/06/11/john-stones-man-city-final
    Analysis of the Champions League final. Stones as a RB->No8 rather than a CB->No6. How it worked, how it didn't, and how it played a part in the winning goal. theathletic.com/4600447/2023…
    The last tactics pod of the season - analysis of last night’s game. Thanks very much to those who have listened throughout 2022/23! https://podfollow.com/athletic-tactics-pod/episode/99b817e80595ba0bb6106fb6541a57c800623542/view
    The last tactics pod of the season - analysis of last night’s game. Thanks very much to those who have listened throughout 2022/23! podfollow.com/athletic-tacti…
  • Open

    tmblr.co/ZuM2KydzRauSyi00
    tmblr.co/ZuM2KydzRauSyi00
    tmblr.co/ZuM2KydzISft8W00
    tmblr.co/ZuM2KydzISft8W00
  • Open

    I miss playing squash. Let me know if you’re in NYC and want to play.
    I miss playing squash. Let me know if you’re in NYC and want to play.
  • Open

    i want to game and game and game until my dick turns Purple
    i want to game and game and game until my dick turns Purple
  • Open

    Characteristics of defined benefit retirement plans in 2022 https://www.bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/characteristics-of-defined-benefit-retirement-plans-in-2022.htm #BLSdata
    Characteristics of defined benefit retirement plans in 2022 bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/charac… #BLSdata
  • Open

    R to @beenwrekt: Maybe a dark example here: which is better evidence of the theory of relativity? The Michelson–Morley experiment or the nuclear bomb?
    Maybe a dark example here: which is better evidence of the theory of relativity? The Michelson–Morley experiment or the nuclear bomb?
    R to @beenwrekt: In order to find out "what's true," you have to find out "what works."
    In order to find out "what's true," you have to find out "what works."
    R to @beenwrekt: My take (which is probably wrong but I want to know why) is most of the retrospectively big successes in science were coupled to big successes in engineering.
    My take (which is probably wrong but I want to know why) is most of the retrospectively big successes in science were coupled to big successes in engineering.  ( 2 min )
    R to @beenwrekt: There has never been a time in science when most published findings were true. And yet, many disciplines managed to have a profound impact nonetheless, why?
    There has never been a time in science when most published findings were true. And yet, many disciplines managed to have a profound impact nonetheless, why?
    This is a great thread. But there is an alternative conclusion: Reproducibility crises themselves are overblown and missing the point.
    This is a great thread. But there is an alternative conclusion: Reproducibility crises themselves are overblown and missing the point. nitter.net/dandekadt/status/1667831071541526528#m
  • Open

    I just don’t know if we get our freaking hypocrisy
    I just don’t know if we get our freaking hypocrisy  ( 1 min )
  • Open

    RT by @tetraduzione: Just realized: only 2 more days until I get to visit @EmtiyazKhan @RIKEN_AIP_EN in Tokyo for https://bayesduality.github.io/workshop/ Looking really forward to staying in Japan until June 28th & many amazing discussion. Lots of plans already, but if you want to meet, I’m sure we can arrange!
    Just realized: only 2 more days until I get to visit @EmtiyazKhan @RIKEN_AIP_EN in Tokyo for bayesduality.github.io/works… Looking really forward to staying in Japan until June 28th & many amazing discussion. Lots of plans already, but if you want to meet, I’m sure we can arrange!
    RT by @tetraduzione: “Hinton fears we will be manipulated by the machine; I would claim we are already manipulated by a machine. It consists of the corporate interests of a handful of companies that make vast profits on the back of our personal information” 🔥🔥
    “Hinton fears we will be manipulated by the machine; I would claim we are already manipulated by a machine. It consists of the corporate interests of a handful of companies that make vast profits on the back of our personal information” nitter.net/lawrennd/status/1667787547290791937#m
    RT by @tetraduzione: Our lives may be enhanced by AI, but Big Tech just sees dollar signs https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/our-lives-may-be-enhanced-by-ai-but-big-tech-just-sees-dollar-signs-2g5xcsk35
    Our lives may be enhanced by AI, but Big Tech just sees dollar signs thetimes.co.uk/article/our-l…

  • Open

    Nature research paper: Epigenetic dysregulation from chromosomal transit in micronuclei https://go.nature.com/3qzRNbW
    Nature research paper: Epigenetic dysregulation from chromosomal transit in micronuclei go.nature.com/3qzRNbW
  • Open

    RT by @tetraduzione: Researchers discover that ChatGPT prefers repeating 25 jokes over and over | Ars Technica 🙏 for featuring our work. Was a lot of fun 🤣All the credits to @sciphie. https://arstechnica.com/information-technology/2023/06/researchers-discover-that-chatgpt-prefers-repeating-25-jokes-over-and-over/
    Researchers discover that ChatGPT prefers repeating 25 jokes over and over | Ars Technica 🙏 for featuring our work. Was a lot of fun 🤣All the credits to @sciphie. arstechnica.com/information-…
    Q: How to use #normalizing #flows for #causal #inference? and why should they work? A: 👉https://arxiv.org/abs/2306.05415v1
    Q: How to use #normalizing #flows for #causal #inference? and why should they work? arxiv.org/abs/2306.05415v1 nitter.net/javaloyML/status/1667154628998230020#m
    don't label me! (if you are in #Edinburgh and wanna chat about #ML #AI and all the rest, you can find me at @InfAtEd @EdinburghUni, third floor)
    don't label me! #Edinburgh and wanna chat about #ML #AI and all the rest, you can find me at @InfAtEd @EdinburghUni, third floor)
  • Open

    We moved five House ratings on Thursday following the Supreme Court's ruling in Allen v. Milligan, which reaffirms a lower court ruling that Alabama is obligated to draw a new congressional map. See them all here: https://www.cookpolitical.com/analysis/house/redistricting/surprise-scotus-alabama-ruling-huge-win-democrats-civil-rights-groups
    We moved five House ratings on Thursday following the Supreme Court's ruling in Allen v. Milligan, which reaffirms a lower court ruling that Alabama is obligated to draw a new congressional map. cookpolitical.com/analysis/h…
    "Trying to link a Republican who doesn't look, act, sound or vote like Trump with MAGA will be" a challenge for Democrats in 2024. @amyewalter on the biggest winners of the debt ceiling showdown: https://www.cookpolitical.com/analysis/national/national-politics/biggest-winners-debt-ceiling-deal-vulnerable-house-republicans
    "Trying to link a Republican who doesn't look, act, sound or vote like Trump with MAGA will be" a challenge for Democrats in 2024. @amyewalter on the biggest winners of the debt ceiling showdown: cookpolitical.com/analysis/n…
    Several candidates have entered the 2024 Republican primary field in recent weeks. @CharlieCookDC does a little delegate math and explains why that's good news for Donald Trump. https://www.cookpolitical.com/analysis/national/national-politics/more-republicans-enter-race-trump-solidifies-his-lead
    Several candidates have entered the 2024 Republican primary field in recent weeks. @CharlieCookDC does a little delegate math and explains why that's good news for Donald Trump. cookpolitical.com/analysis/n…
  • Open

    Funny game. Rodri and Ederson looked the least composed players on the pitch in the first half yet end up providing the big moments.
    Funny game. Rodri and Ederson looked the least composed players on the pitch in the first half yet end up providing the big moments.
    R to @Zonal_Marking: Just want to reiterate the “so far” there
    Just want to reiterate the “so far” there  ( 1 min )
    Dzeko’s had a really good campaign but didn’t really understand the point of using him here.
    Dzeko’s had a really good campaign but didn’t really understand the point of using him here.
    Rodri’s performance so far is a good advert for Guardiola’s team selection two years ago
    Rodri’s performance so far is a good advert for Guardiola’s team selection two years ago
  • Open

    RT by @pixelatedboat: This thread is one of the funniest examples I’ve seen of the t-shirt bot problem on here
    This thread is one of the funniest examples I’ve seen of the t-shirt bot problem on here nitter.net/dyingscribe/status/1667328802488307713#m
    RT by @pixelatedboat: The indisputable best cut in any Spielberg movie ever
    The indisputable best cut in any Spielberg movie ever
  • Open

    This cycle, the Milligan decision and possibility of new outcome in NY redistricting legal fight could make the House a Toss Up.
    This cycle, the Milligan decision and possibility of new outcome in NY redistricting legal fight could make the House a Toss Up. nitter.net/Redistrict/status/1562295564557066240#m
  • Open

    The ability to measure things plays a central role in how humans understand and interact with the surrounding world. A new Science study investigates the development and use of body-based measurements across more than 180 cultures. https://scim.ag/2Xk
    The ability to measure things plays a central role in how humans understand and interact with the surrounding world. scim.ag/2Xk
    A new #SciencePerspectives looks at the current approaches and challenges facing regenerative medicine. https://scim.ag/2Xh
    A new #SciencePerspectives looks at the current approaches and challenges facing regenerative medicine. scim.ag/2Xh
    In a Science study last year, researchers with the #HumanCellAtlas consortium presented the #TabulaSapiens dataset, a particularly broad cell atlas that provides a molecular definition of more than 400 cell types across 24 organs. https://scim.ag/2X7 #ScienceMagArchives
    In a Science study last year, researchers with the #HumanCellAtlas consortium presented the #TabulaSapiens dataset, a particularly broad cell atlas that provides a molecular definition of more than 400 cell types across 24 organs. scim.ag/2X7 #ScienceMagArchives
    Join #ScienceWebinars for their next #webinar broadcast live on 14 June at 12 p.m. ET ⬇️ Go with the flow: Advancing cell and #GeneTherapy with #FlowCytometry Register today ➡️ https://scim.ag/2X3
    Join #ScienceWebinars for their next #webinar broadcast live on 14 June at 12 p.m. ET ⬇️ #GeneTherapy with #FlowCytometry scim.ag/2X3
    Using a lentivirus to facilitate expression of an immune receptor antagonist into transplantable hematopoietic stem cells, researchers demonstrate a process that can ameliorate several IL-1-based autoimmune disorders in mice. https://scim.ag/2X1 @ScienceTM
    Using a lentivirus to facilitate expression of an immune receptor antagonist into transplantable hematopoietic stem cells, researchers demonstrate a process that can ameliorate several IL-1-based autoimmune disorders in mice. scim.ag/2X1 @ScienceTM
    New in Science: MRI data from more than 40,000 UK Biobank participants reveals the intertwined nature of heart and brain health in humans. The results could help identify new potential therapeutic targets. https://scim.ag/2WZ
    New in Science: MRI data from more than 40,000 UK Biobank participants reveals the intertwined nature of heart and brain health in humans. scim.ag/2WZ
  • Open

    The way I hollered at this!! Best first laugh of the day!! So funny!
    The way I hollered at this!! Best first laugh of the day!! So funny!
    Guess who coming to your city Toronto?! ME!! Just For Laughs Festival Saturday, September 23 Meridian Hall Toronto, ON 7pm @justforlaughs
    Guess who coming to your city Toronto?! ME!! Just For Laughs Festival @justforlaughs
  • Open

    tmblr.co/ZuM2Kydyzs1qea00
    tmblr.co/ZuM2Kydyzs1qea00
  • Open

    RT by @ZoubinGhahrama1: Pale Blue Dot is a photo of Earth that was taken by the Voyager 1 space probe in 1990 from a distance of about 6 billion kilometers (3.7 billion miles) as it was leaving our solar system. This is what Carl Sagan said about the photo: "Look again at that dot. That's here. That's home. That's us. On it, everyone you love, everyone you know, everyone you ever heard of, every human being who ever was, lived out their lives. The aggregate of our joy and suffering, thousands of confident religions, ideologies, and economic doctrines, every hunter and forager, every hero and coward, every creator and destroyer of civilization, every king and peasant, every young couple in love, every mother and father, hopeful child, inventor, and explorer, every teacher of morals, every corrupt politician, every 'superstar,' every 'supreme leader,' every saint and sinner in the history of our species lived there — on a mote of dust suspended in a sunbeam. The Earth is the only world known so far to harbor life. There is nowhere else, at least in the near future, to which our species could migrate. Visit, yes. Settle, not yet. Like it or not, for the moment the Earth is where we make our stand. It has been said that astronomy is a humbling and character-building experience. There is perhaps no better demonstration of the folly of human conceits than this distant image of our tiny world. To me, it underscores our responsibility to deal more kindly with one another, and to preserve and cherish the pale blue dot, the only home we've ever known.”
    Pale Blue Dot is a photo of Earth that was taken by the Voyager 1 space probe in 1990 from a distance of about 6 billion kilometers (3.7 billion miles) as it was leaving our solar system. This is what Carl Sagan said about the photo: "Look again at that dot. That's here. That's home. That's us. On it, everyone you love, everyone you know, everyone you ever heard of, every human being who ever was, lived out their lives. The aggregate of our joy and suffering, thousands of confident religions, ideologies, and economic doctrines, every hunter and forager, every hero and coward, every creator and destroyer of civilization, every king and peasant, every young couple in love, every mother and father, hopeful child, inventor, and explorer, every teacher of morals, every corrupt politician, every 'superstar,' every 'supreme leader,' every saint and sinner in the history of our species lived there — on a mote of dust suspended in a sunbeam. The Earth is the only world known so far to harbor life. There is nowhere else, at least in the near future, to which our species could migrate. Visit, yes. Settle, not yet. Like it or not, for the moment the Earth is where we make our stand. It has been said that astronomy is a humbling and character-building experience. There is perhaps no better demonstration of the folly of human conceits than this distant image of our tiny world. To me, it underscores our responsibility to deal more kindly with one another, and to preserve and cherish the pale blue dot, the only home we've ever known.”
  • Open

    RT by @BayesianIn: the actual problem is that we're drowning in a sea of dispensable scientific papers that add zero, zilch, nada to human scientific knowledge, and this not just a waste, but it makes it more difficult to identify useful contributions. 2/
    the actual problem is that we're drowning in a sea of dispensable scientific papers that add zero, zilch, nada to human scientific knowledge, and this not just a waste, but it makes it more difficult to identify useful contributions. 2/
  • Open

    Shot/chaser?
    Shot/chaser?
  • Open

    Catch up on all the new #BLSdata and publications that came out this week! https://www.bls.gov/opub/update.htm
    Catch up on all the new #BLSdata and publications that came out this week! bls.gov/opub/update.htm
  • Open

    R to @SwissRamble: City's revenue higher than Inter in every stream, especially commercial and broadcasting. #MCFC were profitable last season, while #Inter reported a significant loss. Inter have much more debt (and interest payments).
    City's revenue higher than Inter in every stream, especially commercial and broadcasting. #MCFC were profitable last season, while #Inter reported a significant loss. Inter have much more debt (and interest payments).
    Quick financial comparison of today's UEFA Champions League finalists. Manchester City much stronger than Inter financially: #MCFC £619m revenue is over twice as much as #Inter £261m, as is squad cost £1.1 bln vs £505m. City's £354m wages nearly 70% more than Inter's £210m.
    Quick financial comparison of today's UEFA Champions League finalists. Manchester City much stronger than Inter financially: #MCFC £619m revenue is over twice as much as #Inter £261m, as is squad cost £1.1 bln vs £505m. City's £354m wages nearly 70% more than Inter's £210m.
  • Open

    can anyone confirm that the torrance ca walmart greeter had an Erection at about 2:13 pm
    can anyone confirm that the torrance ca walmart greeter had an Erection at about 2:13 pm  ( 1 min )
    "poop Vs pee the final battle" this sneak peek goes Wolf Mode. i think a lot of people have been waitng for the final battle of poop and pee
    "poop Vs pee the final battle" this sneak peek goes Wolf Mode. i think a lot of people have been waitng for the final battle of poop and pee
    Image
    No content preview
  • Open

    god i hope the model was specified correctly
    god i hope the model was specified correctly

  • Open

    A new analysis finds that dry air and record-breaking temperatures linked to climate change have led to more frequent severe fires in California https://trib.al/H5kvBK3
    A new analysis finds that dry air and record-breaking temperatures linked to climate change have led to more frequent severe fires in California trib.al/H5kvBK3
    June is the start of hurricane season. Hurricane forecasters are debuting a new model they hope will better predict when some storms will suddenly and explosively intensify https://trib.al/1ZSRdhK
    June is the start of hurricane season. Hurricane forecasters are debuting a new model they hope will better predict when some storms will suddenly and explosively intensify trib.al/1ZSRdhK
    For lung cancer patients who have a specific genetic mutation, taking a pill called osimertinib after surgery greatly reduced the risk of lung cancer recurrence https://trib.al/C1tGh9s
    For lung cancer patients who have a specific genetic mutation, taking a pill called osimertinib after surgery greatly reduced the risk of lung cancer recurrence trib.al/C1tGh9s
    "Through dwelling with the smoke and the terror it generates, we can think more carefully about the ways we experience climate change, how we are entangled with it, and crucially, why and how we need to respond to it." | Opinion https://trib.al/ZFoVgfd
    "Through dwelling with the smoke and the terror it generates, we can think more carefully about the ways we experience climate change, how we are entangled with it, and crucially, why and how we need to respond to it." | Opinion trib.al/ZFoVgfd
    Most of the eastern U.S. has been swathed in smoke billowing off more than 400 wildfires across Canada https://trib.al/0zNjCf1
    Most of the eastern U.S. has been swathed in smoke billowing off more than 400 wildfires across Canada trib.al/0zNjCf1
    RT by @sciam: Our Season 5 bonus episode asks a seemingly simple question: what's in a street name? https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lost-women-of-science/id1590670779 A #Hamburg street called Nyswanderweg pays homage to #psychiatrist Marie Nyswander. Why is it still so rare for street names to honor history-making women? @sciam @prx
    Our Season 5 bonus episode asks a seemingly simple question: what's in a street name? podcasts.apple.com/us/podcas… #Hamburg street called Nyswanderweg pays homage to #psychiatrist Marie Nyswander. Why is it still so rare for street names to honor history-making women? @sciam @prx
    Arousal without orgasm isn't dangerous, so why are people pressured to engage in unwanted sexual activity to avoid it? https://trib.al/ndddopv
    Arousal without orgasm isn't dangerous, so why are people pressured to engage in unwanted sexual activity to avoid it? trib.al/ndddopv
    The most important and awe-inspiring science direct to your inbox Sign up for our new-and-improved (and free!) Today in Science newsletter: http://sciam.com/today
    The most important and awe-inspiring science direct to your inbox sciam.com/today
    The Montreal Protocol was intended to save Earth's ozone layer, but it also helped slow global warming and delayed the melting of Arctic sea ice https://trib.al/3xJgHfg
    The Montreal Protocol was intended to save Earth's ozone layer, but it also helped slow global warming and delayed the melting of Arctic sea ice trib.al/3xJgHfg
    Perfectly wrapping spherical objects together seems trivial, but it's a task that has stumped mathematicians for centuries https://trib.al/cLW6ooP
    Perfectly wrapping spherical objects together seems trivial, but it's a task that has stumped mathematicians for centuries trib.al/cLW6ooP
    Supporting the health and safety of community violence street workers is urgent and imperative | Opinion https://trib.al/41tSTZa
    Supporting the health and safety of community violence street workers is urgent and imperative | Opinion trib.al/41tSTZa
    More and better data are required to solve the mystery of strange apparitions in the air, the sea and space, according to NASA's Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena Independent Study team https://trib.al/NCTBkpY
    More and better data are required to solve the mystery of strange apparitions in the air, the sea and space, according to NASA's Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena Independent Study team trib.al/NCTBkpY
    RT by @sciam: What I've been up to for the last 6 months: Designing, testing, workshopping a new FREE daily newsletter from @sciam written by moi 💅 about the most important and awe-inspiring stories in science. Sign up here: ▶️▶️https://tinyurl.com/yckd72mm◀️◀️ https://tinyurl.com/3vnazmwy
    What I've been up to for the last 6 months: Designing, testing, workshopping a new FREE daily newsletter from @sciam written by moi 💅 about the most important and awe-inspiring stories in science. Sign up here: ▶️▶️tinyurl.com/yckd72mm◀️◀️ tinyurl.com/3vnazmwy
    RT by @sciam: When octopuses get chilly, they adjust the structure of proteins their neurons produce, something mammals can't do. Amazing creatures https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/octopuses-redesign-their-own-brains-when-they-get-chilly/ by @RachelNuwer on @sciam
    When octopuses get chilly, they adjust the structure of proteins their neurons produce, something mammals can't do. Amazing creatures scientificamerican.com/artic… by @RachelNuwer on @sciam
  • Open

    Batter up!!! Let’s go @Yankees
    Batter up!!! Let’s go @Yankees
  • Open

    We tested nine soft coolers, evaluating their durability, cold retention, and capacity, as well as how easy they were to carry. https://www.seriouseats.com/best-soft-coolers-7507861?taid=6483af0d137e4000013233d8&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    We tested nine soft coolers, evaluating their durability, cold retention, and capacity, as well as how easy they were to carry. seriouseats.com/best-soft-co…
    Pico de gallo is a classic Mexican condiment made with tomatoes, onions, and chiles, perfect for topping tacos, tostadas, and totopos. https://www.seriouseats.com/classic-pico-de-gallo-salsa-fresca-recipe?taid=6483a102db77690001a90768&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Pico de gallo is a classic Mexican condiment made with tomatoes, onions, and chiles, perfect for topping tacos, tostadas, and totopos. seriouseats.com/classic-pico…
    We compiled a list of our favorite espresso blends from well-known roasters like Intelligentsia and Counter Culture, along with smaller companies. https://www.seriouseats.com/best-espresso-beans-7506734?taid=64839300137e400001322ad5&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    We compiled a list of our favorite espresso blends from well-known roasters like Intelligentsia and Counter Culture, along with smaller companies. seriouseats.com/best-espress…
    Don't worry about the dishes! These meals come together easily and efficiently. https://www.seriouseats.com/one-pot-dinner-recipes-7508915?taid=64837701137e400001aff8f8&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Don't worry about the dishes! These meals come together easily and efficiently. seriouseats.com/one-pot-dinn…
    From pies to popsicles, these are our favorite ways to turn sweet summer strawberries into an even sweeter treat. https://www.seriouseats.com/sweet-recipes-to-make-the-most-of-summer-strawberries?taid=648368edf0166400010923cc&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    From pies to popsicles, these are our favorite ways to turn sweet summer strawberries into an even sweeter treat. seriouseats.com/sweet-recipe…
    Pleasantly springy and fragrant with soy sauce, oyster sauce, and Shaoxing wine, Chinese meatloaf is delicious served on its own or atop Cantonese claypot rice. https://www.seriouseats.com/cantonese-clay-pot-rice-with-chinese-meatloaf-recipe-7509578?taid=64835ac7f016640001091b60&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Pleasantly springy and fragrant with soy sauce, oyster sauce, and Shaoxing wine, Chinese meatloaf is delicious served on its own or atop Cantonese claypot rice. seriouseats.com/cantonese-cl…
    When done properly, velveting can render a relatively lean cut of meat moist and tender—even after extended steaming. https://www.seriouseats.com/cantonese-clay-pot-rice-with-velveted-chicken-recipe-7509614?taid=64833e8e137e400001afe082&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    When done properly, velveting can render a relatively lean cut of meat moist and tender—even after extended steaming. seriouseats.com/cantonese-cl…
    This comforting meal of rice steamed and crisped within a Cantonese clay pot is a favorite in Hong Kong, where it’s served with an assortment of savory toppings and a seasoned soy sauce. https://www.seriouseats.com/cantonese-clay-pot-rice-with-chinese-sausage-recipe-7509523?taid=6483309cf016640001090a89&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    This comforting meal of rice steamed and crisped within a Cantonese clay pot is a favorite in Hong Kong, where it’s served with an assortment of savory toppings and a seasoned soy sauce. seriouseats.com/cantonese-cl…
    This ice cream boasts big buttermilk flavor, but it has a texture that's light and fresh. https://www.seriouseats.com/buttermilk-ice-cream?taid=648279b0db77690001a8a2b3&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    This ice cream boasts big buttermilk flavor, but it has a texture that's light and fresh. seriouseats.com/buttermilk-i…
    Much simpler than a classic soufflé, this soufflé omelette is cooked in a skillet on the stovetop and requires little more than eggs, cheese, and a couple of extra minutes to beat the whites. https://www.seriouseats.com/omelette-souffle-with-cheese?taid=648279afd4faf000013a362b&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Much simpler than a classic soufflé, this soufflé omelette is cooked in a skillet on the stovetop and requires little more than eggs, cheese, and a couple of extra minutes to beat the whites. seriouseats.com/omelette-sou…
  • Open

    Research briefing: Elastic ceramic plastic made using molecules with organic and inorganic parts https://go.nature.com/42pBaN7
    Research briefing: Elastic ceramic plastic made using molecules with organic and inorganic parts go.nature.com/42pBaN7
    Regulators will decide whether the #SRPT gene therapy for Duchenne muscular dystrophy is ready for the market. Here’s what’s at stake for children with the disease, their families and the gene-therapy field. https://go.nature.com/3WZAAEN
    Regulators will decide whether the #SRPT gene therapy for Duchenne muscular dystrophy is ready for the market. Here’s what’s at stake for children with the disease, their families and the gene-therapy field. go.nature.com/3WZAAEN
    Taurine offers striking health benefits in mice, monkeys and worms. But more work is needed to investigate its link with ageing. https://go.nature.com/3J1yoXC
    Taurine offers striking health benefits in mice, monkeys and worms. But more work is needed to investigate its link with ageing. go.nature.com/3J1yoXC
    RT by @Nature: To reach the base of the tallest tree in the Amazon, these scientists battled snakes, spider bites, raging rapids and torrential rains. It was like a 19th-century expedition, except guided by LIDAR https://www.nature.com/immersive/d41586-023-01828-x/index.html
    To reach the base of the tallest tree in the Amazon, these scientists battled snakes, spider bites, raging rapids and torrential rains. It was like a 19th-century expedition, except guided by LIDAR nature.com/immersive/d41586-…
    The cholera-causing bacterium Vibrio cholerae uses goopy ‘biofilms’ to kill immune cells https://go.nature.com/3N2cvJ2
    The cholera-causing bacterium Vibrio cholerae uses goopy ‘biofilms’ to kill immune cells go.nature.com/3N2cvJ2
    R to @Nature: For more stories on tobacco smoking, including the use of brain stimulation to help people quit, and how tobacco companies are stalling anti-smoking policy in Africa, check out the rest of the Nature Outlook supplement on smoking. https://www.nature.com/collections/dhfebbibdj
    For more stories on tobacco smoking, including the use of brain stimulation to help people quit, and how tobacco companies are stalling anti-smoking policy in Africa, check out the rest of the Nature Outlook supplement on smoking. nature.com/collections/dhfeb…
    R to @Nature: Also worth noting in that map: France and Portugal are the only high-income countries in which smoking rates among women are high and yet to substantially fall.
    Also worth noting in that map: France and Portugal are the only high-income countries in which smoking rates among women are high and yet to substantially fall.
    R to @Nature: In some low- and middle-income countries, tobacco smoking might not yet have taken hold at all (phase 0). This is especially true among women.
    In some low- and middle-income countries, tobacco smoking might not yet have taken hold at all (phase 0). This is especially true among women.
    R to @Nature: Global data can tell you only so much though. Countries are at very different stages in their fight against tobacco smoking. In many high-income countries, smoking rates are now on the way down from previous highs (phase 2 or 3 in the map). Low- and middle-income countries are more likely to be in phase 1: smoking rates are yet to decline.
    Global data can tell you only so much though. Countries are at very different stages in their fight against tobacco smoking. In many high-income countries, smoking rates are now on the way down from previous highs (phase 2 or 3 in the map). Low- and middle-income countries are more likely to be in phase 1: smoking rates are yet to decline.
    R to @Nature: The bad news is that population growth means that, at the global level, the overall number of people who smoke tobacco is going up.
    The bad news is that population growth means that, at the global level, the overall number of people who smoke tobacco is going up.
    R to @Nature: So, are fewer people smoking now than a few decades ago? Well, there's good news and bad news. The good news is yes, global smoking rates are falling.
    So, are fewer people smoking now than a few decades ago? Well, there's good news and bad news. The good news is yes, global smoking rates are falling.
    R to @Nature: How much of an effect quitting has depends on your age, but don't think it’s too late. A study of UK women suggests you can avoid more than 90% of the excess risk of death by giving up smoking before the age of 40. Not dying isn’t the only benefit of quitting either, but it is quite a good one.
    How much of an effect quitting has depends on your age, but don't think it’s too late. A study of UK women suggests you can avoid more than 90% of the excess risk of death by giving up smoking before the age of 40. Not dying isn’t the only benefit of quitting either, but it is quite a good one.
    R to @Nature: Who is dying as a result of smoking? The vast majority of the time, it's people who never stop smoking – quitting reduces your excess risk of death enormously.
    Who is dying as a result of smoking? The vast majority of the time, it's people who never stop smoking – quitting reduces your excess risk of death enormously.
    R to @Nature: More than 1 in 10 deaths worldwide can be attributed to tobacco smoking. Focus in on just deaths from non-communicable diseases, such as heart disease and cancer, and it's 1 in 6. It's preventable.
    More than 1 in 10 deaths worldwide can be attributed to tobacco smoking. Focus in on just deaths from non-communicable diseases, such as heart disease and cancer, and it's 1 in 6. It's preventable.
    By now most people have got the message that smoking kills. But what difference does quitting make? And where in the world are there now more former smokers than current smokers? 🧵 https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-023-01837-w
    By now most people have got the message that smoking kills. But what difference does quitting make? And where in the world are there now more former smokers than current smokers? 🧵 nature.com/articles/d41586-0…
    AI learns to write sorting software on its own https://go.nature.com/42sf8cQ
    AI learns to write sorting software on its own go.nature.com/42sf8cQ
    Your chance to win adorable plush toys from GIANTmicrobes! Simply sign up for Nature Briefing to get an essential round-up of science news, opinion and analysis, free in your inbox every weekday and automatically be entered to the prize draw! https://bit.ly/3q82FNN
    Your chance to win adorable plush toys from GIANTmicrobes! Simply sign up for Nature Briefing to get an essential round-up of science news, opinion and analysis, free in your inbox every weekday and automatically be entered to the prize draw! bit.ly/3q82FNN
    “I cannot imagine why anyone would care what an article looks like the first time a journal sees it,” says @WhySharksMatter. “I don’t think it’s a productive use of my time.” https://go.nature.com/3WWrCIi
    “I cannot imagine why anyone would care what an article looks like the first time a journal sees it,” says @WhySharksMatter. “I don’t think it’s a productive use of my time.” go.nature.com/3WWrCIi
    Analysis of nearly 300,000 people finds an association between the shingles jab and a 20% lower rate of dementia — but questions linger. https://go.nature.com/43SkUWl
    Analysis of nearly 300,000 people finds an association between the shingles jab and a 20% lower rate of dementia — but questions linger. go.nature.com/43SkUWl
    Nature research paper: Lost world of complex life and the late rise of the eukaryotic crown https://go.nature.com/43Q7Lgc
    Nature research paper: Lost world of complex life and the late rise of the eukaryotic crown go.nature.com/43Q7Lgc
  • Open

    As emergency managers in southern Ukraine evacuate people there from disastrous flooding caused by the mysterious breach of a major dam, conservation scientists are pondering the effects on the region’s plants and animals. https://scim.ag/2WX
    As emergency managers in southern Ukraine evacuate people there from disastrous flooding caused by the mysterious breach of a major dam, conservation scientists are pondering the effects on the region’s plants and animals. scim.ag/2WX
    The first 45 words uttered by a police officer during the traffic stop of a Black driver can predict whether the interaction will escalate. https://scim.ag/2WU
    The first 45 words uttered by a police officer during the traffic stop of a Black driver can predict whether the interaction will escalate. scim.ag/2WU
    Octopuses may have vivid, narrative dreams—some of which are terrifying. https://scim.ag/2WQ
    Octopuses may have vivid, narrative dreams—some of which are terrifying. scim.ag/2WQ
    A new U.S. study will test whether pairing molecularly targeted drugs will work better than single drugs to wipe out cancer. https://scim.ag/2WP
    A new U.S. study will test whether pairing molecularly targeted drugs will work better than single drugs to wipe out cancer. scim.ag/2WP
    Lava flows can abruptly shift from smooth, ropy pahoehoe to rubbly, jagged aa—changes that might be sparked by the molten rock’s internal churn. https://scim.ag/2WH
    Lava flows can abruptly shift from smooth, ropy pahoehoe to rubbly, jagged aa—changes that might be sparked by the molten rock’s internal churn. scim.ag/2WH
    Charles Darwin assumed the driver of the giraffe’s long neck was food, but a fossil of an ancient giraffe relative suggests there might be more to the story. #ScienceMagArchives https://scim.ag/2WC
    Charles Darwin assumed the driver of the giraffe’s long neck was food, but a fossil of an ancient giraffe relative suggests there might be more to the story. #ScienceMagArchives scim.ag/2WC
    Researchers around the globe are now trying to revive antibody treatments to treat #COVID19 by redesigning them to take aim at targets that are less prone to mutation. https://scim.ag/2WB
    Researchers around the globe are now trying to revive antibody treatments to treat #COVID19 by redesigning them to take aim at targets that are less prone to mutation. scim.ag/2WB
    RT by @NewsfromScience: Unlike some other spiders that camouflage themselves with drab colors and sticklike appendages, this jumping spider disguises itself by crawling like an ant. Learn more: https://scim.ag/2Wy @NewsfromScience
    Unlike some other spiders that camouflage themselves with drab colors and sticklike appendages, this jumping spider disguises itself by crawling like an ant. scim.ag/2Wy @NewsfromScience
    Zebrafish live for less than a year, but new research finds that extending the length of the chromosomes in their guts kept them healthy into old age. https://scim.ag/2Wu
    Zebrafish live for less than a year, but new research finds that extending the length of the chromosomes in their guts kept them healthy into old age. scim.ag/2Wu
    The controversial research should be destigmatized, the NASA-appointed panel said. https://scim.ag/2Wt
    The controversial research should be destigmatized, the NASA-appointed panel said. scim.ag/2Wt
    Unlike other primates, young mountain gorillas who lose a parent or have disrupted families live just as long as their peers. https://scim.ag/2Wr
    Unlike other primates, young mountain gorillas who lose a parent or have disrupted families live just as long as their peers. scim.ag/2Wr
    Researchers have taken a small but necessary step toward realizing a long-standing dream: harvesting solar energy in space and beaming it down to Earth. https://scim.ag/2Wp
    Researchers have taken a small but necessary step toward realizing a long-standing dream: harvesting solar energy in space and beaming it down to Earth. scim.ag/2Wp
    Ancient hunters and farmers living in western Iran’s highlands may have been among the first people to domesticate livestock. A study from 2021—which includes the oldest livestock genome yet sequenced—bolsters that notion. #ScienceMagArchives https://scim.ag/2Wo
    Ancient hunters and farmers living in western Iran’s highlands may have been among the first people to domesticate livestock. A study from 2021—which includes the oldest livestock genome yet sequenced—bolsters that notion. #ScienceMagArchives scim.ag/2Wo
    Researchers have discovered a new chemical that selectively kills harmful nematodes with a much lower risk of toxicity to humans and other creatures. https://scim.ag/2Wm
    Researchers have discovered a new chemical that selectively kills harmful nematodes with a much lower risk of toxicity to humans and other creatures. scim.ag/2Wm
    Scientists report that they can trigger a hibernation-like state in mice by targeting part of their brain with pulses of ultrasound. https://scim.ag/2Wl
    Scientists report that they can trigger a hibernation-like state in mice by targeting part of their brain with pulses of ultrasound. scim.ag/2Wl
    Researchers report a gene therapy approach that appears to prevent conception in female cats with no apparent side effects. https://scim.ag/2Wk
    Researchers report a gene therapy approach that appears to prevent conception in female cats with no apparent side effects. scim.ag/2Wk
    The first U.S. nationwide geological survey in a generation could reveal badly needed supplies of critical minerals. Learn more: https://scim.ag/2Wi @ScienceVisuals
    The first U.S. nationwide geological survey in a generation could reveal badly needed supplies of critical minerals. scim.ag/2Wi @ScienceVisuals
    The lack of landmarks to identify their nests makes Tunisian ants fashion their own. https://scim.ag/2Wg
    The lack of landmarks to identify their nests makes Tunisian ants fashion their own. scim.ag/2Wg
  • Open

    RT by @pixelatedboat: It rules that twitter ads are now for things that are a felony charge to possess.
    It rules that twitter ads are now for things that are a felony charge to possess. nitter.net/Pinno_co/status/1667094650061209601#m
    RT by @pixelatedboat: john hinckley tiny desk
    john hinckley tiny desk
    RT by @pixelatedboat: oh my god... OH MY GOD
    oh my god... OH MY GOD
    RT by @pixelatedboat: it’s a hard job, working construction in a universe where building materials are called two real things but mashed together so we know we’re in science fiction. but carrying sacks of rockcrete up and down strutless neon ladders in my plastisteel rucksack is its own reward
    it’s a hard job, working construction in a universe where building materials are called two real things but mashed together so we know we’re in science fiction. but carrying sacks of rockcrete up and down strutless neon ladders in my plastisteel rucksack is its own reward
  • Open

    The first U.S. nationwide geological survey in a generation could reveal badly needed supplies of critical minerals. Learn more in this @NewsfromScience feature: https://scim.ag/2WV
    The first U.S. nationwide geological survey in a generation could reveal badly needed supplies of critical minerals. @NewsfromScience feature: scim.ag/2WV
    Facing a scarcity of pollen, bumblebees will nibble on the leaves of flowerless plants, causing intentional damage in a way that speeds up the production of flowers, according to a Science study from 2020. https://scim.ag/2WT #NationalPollinatorsMonth
    Facing a scarcity of pollen, bumblebees will nibble on the leaves of flowerless plants, causing intentional damage in a way that speeds up the production of flowers, according to a Science study from 2020. scim.ag/2WT #NationalPollinatorsMonth
    In a 3-year genomic selection experiment in the wild involving more than 2000 Dutch great tits, researchers in @ScienceAdvances found that the birds’ reproductive success was not affected by laying eggs early or late in the season. https://scim.ag/2WM
    In a 3-year genomic selection experiment in the wild involving more than 2000 Dutch great tits, researchers in @ScienceAdvances found that the birds’ reproductive success was not affected by laying eggs early or late in the season. scim.ag/2WM
    A new study in Science presents whole-genome data from 233 primate species representing 86% of the primate genera and all 16 families. https://scim.ag/2WF #PrimateGenomes
    A new study in Science presents whole-genome data from 233 primate species representing 86% of the primate genera and all 16 families. scim.ag/2WF #PrimateGenomes
    New in @ScienceTM: Researchers have identified 15 separate variants in the PSMC3 proteasome gene in 23 patients with neurodevelopmental delay and intellectual disabilities. https://scim.ag/2Wz
    New in @ScienceTM: Researchers have identified 15 separate variants in the PSMC3 proteasome gene in 23 patients with neurodevelopmental delay and intellectual disabilities. scim.ag/2Wz
    On this week’s #SciencePodcast🎙️, @boron110 takes a look at taking solvents out of #chemistry with @JakeYeston and Yerzhan Zholdassov. 🎧 Listen to this segment and more: https://scim.ag/2Wx
    On this week’s #SciencePodcast🎙️, @boron110 takes a look at taking solvents out of #chemistry with @JakeYeston and Yerzhan Zholdassov. scim.ag/2Wx
    "Navigating academia as a young mother is hard, but it's also rewarding." In this #ScienceWorkingLife, a #PhD student wrote that her daughters have benefited from her pursuit of higher education. https://scim.ag/2Ws @ScienceCareers
    "Navigating academia as a young mother is hard, but it's also rewarding." #ScienceWorkingLife, a #PhD student wrote that her daughters have benefited from her pursuit of higher education. scim.ag/2Ws @ScienceCareers
    RT by @ScienceMagazine: 1/7 📢 Exciting news! we are thrilled to share a study from @AmniotaLab and @Canta_Lab just published in @ScienceMagazine, revealing the abundance decline of African megafauna 🌍🐘🦏 Check it out: https://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/science.add8366
    1/7 📢 Exciting news! we are thrilled to share a study from @AmniotaLab and @Canta_Lab just published in @ScienceMagazine, revealing the abundance decline of African megafauna 🌍🐘🦏 science.org/doi/10.1126/scie…  ( 1 min )
    A new Science study presents a method for #3Dprinting nanoscale optical-grade glass at 650°C—roughly 500°C lower than the sinter temperatures needed by other methods. The approach may help redefine the paradigm for free-form manufacturing of silica glass. https://scim.ag/2Wq
    A new Science study presents a method for #3Dprinting nanoscale optical-grade glass at 650°C—roughly 500°C lower than the sinter temperatures needed by other methods. scim.ag/2Wq
    A new @SciImmunology study involving human skin samples presents a spatial atlas of immune cells during psoriasis and health. https://scim.ag/2Wn
    A new @SciImmunology study involving human skin samples presents a spatial atlas of immune cells during psoriasis and health. scim.ag/2Wn
    Researchers in @ScienceAdvances have mapped the geological features underlying Thwaites Glacier to help improve predictions of ice flow contributing to the retreat of the West Antarctic Ice Sheet and related sea level rise. https://scim.ag/2Wj
    Researchers in @ScienceAdvances have mapped the geological features underlying Thwaites Glacier to help improve predictions of ice flow contributing to the retreat of the West Antarctic Ice Sheet and related sea level rise. scim.ag/2Wj
    "There is an important role that academics can play in shaping and evaluating these reforms." A new #SciencePolicyForum discusses the Biden administration's plans to modernize regulatory oversight with an eye toward equity. https://scim.ag/2Wh
    "There is an important role that academics can play in shaping and evaluating these reforms." #SciencePolicyForum discusses the Biden administration's plans to modernize regulatory oversight with an eye toward equity. scim.ag/2Wh
  • Open

    RT by @ground_guru: NEW: 49ers Enterprises agree deal for full takeover of Leeds United from Andrea Radrizzani. Announcement by club expected shortly. #LUFC
    NEW: 49ers Enterprises agree deal for full takeover of Leeds United from Andrea Radrizzani. Announcement by club expected shortly. #LUFC  ( 1 min )
    RT by @ground_guru: More on Ian Graham’s influence at #LFC by @ground_guru from late last year https://trainingground.guru/articles/head-of-data-ian-graham-leaving-liverpool-after-a-decade
    More on Ian Graham’s influence at #LFC by @ground_guru from late last year trainingground.guru/articles…
    RT by @ground_guru: This is the best insight into Postecoglou that I’ve seen
    This is the best insight into Postecoglou that I’ve seen nitter.net/ground_guru/status/1665417781876072449#m
    .@PaulMuzza7 has returned to @OfficialOAFC as Academy Manager. This will be his fourth stint at the club. https://trainingground.guru/articles/academy-manager-murray-returns-for-fourth-stint-at-oldham
    .@PaulMuzza7 has returned to @OfficialOAFC as Academy Manager. trainingground.guru/articles…
    RT by @ground_guru: Interesting: total minutes played by English footballers before age of 20, from @FIFPRO report
    Interesting: total minutes played by English footballers before age of 20, from @FIFPRO report nitter.net/PFA/status/1666795681128824833#m
  • Open

    Ok I was wrong on this one. Thread
    Ok I was wrong on this one. Thread nitter.net/dril/status/1119336802299420673#m
    its muller time
    its muller time
    Image
    No content preview
  • Open

    R to @gelliottmorris: adding this tweet to the thread to illustrate how unwise it is to anchor an analysis to one single data point from one single survey
    adding this tweet to the thread to illustrate how unwise it is to anchor an analysis to one single data point from one single survey nitter.net/dcoxpolls/status/1666548671654100992#m
    The Economist is hiring a political data scientist to, among other things, take over our polling analysis and election forecasting endeavors from me when I leave. It’s a flexible job with good pay and excellent colleagues. Please share & DM any questions https://infographics.economist.com/2023/job-political-data-scientist/
    The Economist is hiring a political data scientist to, among other things, take over our polling analysis and election forecasting endeavors from me when I leave. It’s a flexible job with good pay and excellent colleagues. Please share & DM any questions infographics.economist.com/2…
  • Open

    R to @steak_umm: mine is the beefosaurus look he’s eating freezer beef
    mine is the beefosaurus look he’s eating freezer beef
    the discourse is exhausting. what’s your favorite dinosaur
    the discourse is exhausting. what’s your favorite dinosaur
  • Open

    tmblr.co/ZuM2KydyfFhS0e00
    tmblr.co/ZuM2KydyfFhS0e00
    RT by @losthunderlads: America's neoliberal elites want to maintain both that racism is behind all American wealth but also that we who represent (and have indeed spent our entire lives in) its richest institutions alone have transcended this.
    America's neoliberal elites want to maintain both that racism is behind all American wealth but also that we who represent (and have indeed spent our entire lives in) its richest institutions alone have transcended this.  ( 1 min )
  • Open

    RT by @OptaAnalyst: The Heat bounced back in Game 2 of the NBA finals but the Nuggets took back the lead in the series in Game 3. What can Erik Spoelstra do to curb Denver's two biggest stars tonight? @matissa15 explains in his Game 4 preview: https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/nba-finals-denver-nuggets-vs-miami-heat-game-4-prediction/
    The Heat bounced back in Game 2 of the NBA finals but the Nuggets took back the lead in the series in Game 3. @matissa15 explains in his Game 4 preview: theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/nb…
    The 2023 FIFA U20 World Cup final will be between Uruguay and Italy this weekend, after they beat Israel and South Korea respectively last night.
    The 2023 FIFA U20 World Cup final will be between Uruguay and Italy this weekend, after they beat Israel and South Korea respectively last night.
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: 6-3 #AlcarazvsDjokovic, here is how the match unfolded using our live metrics. #RolandGarros @OptaAce @OptaAnalyst
    6-3 #AlcarazvsDjokovic, here is how the match unfolded using our live metrics. #RolandGarros @OptaAce @OptaAnalyst
    Who will win the 2022-23 #UCLfinal ? Read our preview to help you make up your mind: https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/man-city-vs-inter-milan-champions-league-final-preview-and-prediction/
    Who will win the 2022-23 #UCLfinal ? theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/ma…
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: As it perennially does, Europe’s elite club competition has given us intriguing statistical nuggets aplenty in 2022-23. @Tom_Hancock_ breaks down five trends from the UCL this season that you may not be aware of. #UCLfinal | #MCIINT | #UCLfinal https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/champions-league-2022-23-stats-trends/
    As it perennially does, Europe’s elite club competition has given us intriguing statistical nuggets aplenty in 2022-23. @Tom_Hancock_ breaks down five trends from the UCL this season that you may not be aware of. #UCLfinal | #MCIINT | #UCLfinal theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/ch…
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: Man City are looking to replicate Man Utd's 1998-99 accomplishment of winning the (real) treble of this weekend... ▪️ League ▪️ Main domestic cup ▪️ Champions League/European Cup How many other clubs across Europe have achieved this? #UCLfinal https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/how-many-teams-have-won-the-treble/
    Man City are looking to replicate Man Utd's 1998-99 accomplishment of winning the (real) treble of this weekend... #UCLfinal theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/ho…
    Jordan Pickford is the only goalkeeper to take (and score) a penalty for England in a competitive penalty shootout.
    Jordan Pickford is the only goalkeeper to take (and score) a penalty for England in a competitive penalty shootout. nitter.net/England/status/1667083557838176258#m
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: 𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐌𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐧 𝐛𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲? 🤷‍♂️ Man City have lost just seven of their 60 competitive matches in 2022-23, but Internazionale will be hoping to inflict defeat no.8 tomorrow in the #UCLFinal. How can they do it? ✍️ @oliver_hopkins
    𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐌𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐧 𝐛𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲? 🤷‍♂️ #UCLFinal. @oliver_hopkins
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: Inter Milan vs Man City: Opta Preview 📈 It's the big one. The 2022-23 #UCLfinal sees Man City chase the treble following their league & FA Cup wins. Can Inter Milan stop them? We look ahead to the game, including the Opta supercomputer prediction. https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/man-city-vs-inter-milan-champions-league-final-preview-and-prediction/
    Inter Milan vs Man City: Opta Preview 📈 #UCLfinal sees Man City chase the treble following their league & FA Cup wins. Can Inter Milan stop them? theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/ma…
  • Open

    Characteristics of defined benefit retirement plans in 2022 https://www.bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/characteristics-of-defined-benefit-retirement-plans-in-2022.htm #BLSdata
    Characteristics of defined benefit retirement plans in 2022 bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/charac… #BLSdata
  • Open

    R to @beenwrekt: My friend just DMed me that 2003 called want its scientific criticism back. Which is right. But some weeks we need a reminder.
    My friend just DMed me that 2003 called want its scientific criticism back. Which is right. But some weeks we need a reminder.
    R to @beenwrekt: I mean, I can’t decide which is the most annoying article in Nature this week: 1. the latest Deepmind press release 2. the paper throwing statistics at the wall to prove cash transfer programs decrease mortality in LICs 3. the really long paper arguing people are overly nostalgic
    I mean, I can’t decide which is the most annoying article in Nature this week: 1. the latest Deepmind press release 2. the paper throwing statistics at the wall to prove cash transfer programs decrease mortality in LICs 3. the really long paper arguing people are overly nostalgic
    What if Nature is a bad magazine and its stature is unhealthy for everyone? I should prove this with science.
    What if Nature is a bad magazine and its stature is unhealthy for everyone? I should prove this with science.
  • Open

    RT by @berkeley_ai: New paper at #acl2023nlp! "Modular Visual Question Answering via Code Generation" With @medhini_n @kushaltk1248 @KevinYa33964384 @NagraniArsha @CordeliaSchmid @andyzengtweets @trevordarrell Dan Klein (@berkeley_ai/@GoogleAI)! 📜 https://arxiv.org/abs/2306.05392 💻https://github.com/sanjayss34/codevqa
    New paper at #acl2023nlp! @medhini_n @kushaltk1248 @KevinYa33964384 @NagraniArsha @CordeliaSchmid @andyzengtweets @trevordarrell Dan Klein (@berkeley_ai/@GoogleAI)! arxiv.org/abs/2306.05392 github.com/sanjayss34/codevq…
  • Open

    RT by @tetraduzione: I always tell my students to save at least a day to wrestle with the paper template when preparing a submission. Glad someone quantified what an enormous waste of time and resources this is. https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-023-01846-9
    I always tell my students to save at least a day to wrestle with the paper template when preparing a submission. Glad someone quantified what an enormous waste of time and resources this is. nature.com/articles/d41586-0…  ( 1 min )
  • Open

    RT by @ZoubinGhahrama1: A few weeks back, we introduced #REMEDIS — a unified large-scale self-supervised learning framework for building foundation medical imaging models. Today, we are delighted to share that REMEDIS has been published in “Nature Biomedical Engineering” — https://goo.gle/3JqZec7
    A few weeks back, we introduced #REMEDIS — a unified large-scale self-supervised learning framework for building foundation medical imaging models. goo.gle/3JqZec7

  • Open

    Researchers calculated that high-emitting countries should pay $192 trillion in compensation to low-emitting nations https://trib.al/9n6onZv
    Researchers calculated that high-emitting countries should pay $192 trillion in compensation to low-emitting nations trib.al/9n6onZv
    The ability to conjure up possible futures or alternative realities is the flip side of memory. Both faculties cohabit in the brain region called the hippocampus https://trib.al/Dct9O76
    The ability to conjure up possible futures or alternative realities is the flip side of memory. Both faculties cohabit in the brain region called the hippocampus trib.al/Dct9O76
    Hyperintelligent octopuses can recode their brains when temperatures change https://trib.al/g73UG5q
    Hyperintelligent octopuses can recode their brains when temperatures change trib.al/g73UG5q
    How do we improve indoor air quality? As health editor @tanyalewis314 explains, filtration is only one piece of the puzzle. 📽️ Watch the full video: http://bit.ly/3e9EZ5I
    How do we improve indoor air quality? As health editor @tanyalewis314 explains, filtration is only one piece of the puzzle. bit.ly/3e9EZ5I
    Hyperintelligent octopuses just got weirder, when scientists found they can recode their brains when temperatures change https://trib.al/iOaEkfE
    Hyperintelligent octopuses just got weirder, when scientists found they can recode their brains when temperatures change trib.al/iOaEkfE
  • Open

    Labor productivity down in 69 manufacturing and mining industries in 2022 https://www.bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/labor-productivity-down-in-69-manufacturing-and-mining-industries-in-2022.htm #BLSdata
    Labor productivity down in 69 manufacturing and mining industries in 2022 bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/labor-… #BLSdata
    Labor productivity down in 69 manufacturing and mining industries in 2022 https://www.bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/labor-productivity-down-in-69-manufacturing-and-mining-industries-in-2022.htm #BLSdata
    Labor productivity down in 69 manufacturing and mining industries in 2022 bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/labor-… #BLSdata
    Healthcare Occupations: Characteristics of the Employed https://www.bls.gov/spotlight/2023/healthcare-occupations-in-2022/home.htm #BLSdata
    Healthcare Occupations: Characteristics of the Employed bls.gov/spotlight/2023/healt… #BLSdata
  • Open

    Braised Roman-style artichokes are cooked gently in a mixture of white wine, olive oil, garlic, and herbs. https://www.seriouseats.com/carciofi-alla-romana-roman-italian-braised-artichoke-recipe?taid=64825d96d4faf000013a2da1&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Braised Roman-style artichokes are cooked gently in a mixture of white wine, olive oil, garlic, and herbs. seriouseats.com/carciofi-all…
    Frequently served with penne, positively magical with rigatoni, this vodka sauce is a powerhouse of tomato flavor smoothed over with the silky richness of heavy cream. https://www.seriouseats.com/pasta-with-vodka-sauce?taid=64824f81d4faf000013a28d6&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Frequently served with penne, positively magical with rigatoni, this vodka sauce is a powerhouse of tomato flavor smoothed over with the silky richness of heavy cream. seriouseats.com/pasta-with-v…
    After testing 13 wine decanters, we have two top picks. These are the best, all-purpose wine decanters that were easy to pour into and from. https://www.seriouseats.com/best-wine-decanters-6889328?taid=6482416dab5b670001f8d9b5&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    After testing 13 wine decanters, we have two top picks. These are the best, all-purpose wine decanters that were easy to pour into and from. seriouseats.com/best-wine-de…
    Tender pieces of marinated and seared chicken in a rich and silky mahogany gravy. https://www.seriouseats.com/brown-stew-chicken-5207031?taid=6482255bdb77690001a88734&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Tender pieces of marinated and seared chicken in a rich and silky mahogany gravy. seriouseats.com/brown-stew-c…
    A resource for how to make the best whipped cream at home, whatever the application. https://www.seriouseats.com/the-best-ways-to-make-whipped-cream-recipe-6755273?taid=6482173d137e400001af7e61&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    A resource for how to make the best whipped cream at home, whatever the application. seriouseats.com/the-best-way…
    There's no need to fire up the grill when you need a satisfying burger fix. Here's the secret to think, juicy broiled burgers. https://www.seriouseats.com/juicy-broiled-burgers-recipe?taid=6482091d137e400001af78c1&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    There's no need to fire up the grill when you need a satisfying burger fix. Here's the secret to think, juicy broiled burgers. seriouseats.com/juicy-broile…
    For pork souvlaki with maximum flavor, marinate it in a mixture of olive oil, red onion, garlic, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, and Greek oregano. https://www.seriouseats.com/grilling-pork-souvlaki-with-pita-and-tzatziki-recipe-greek?taid=6481ecfecf93b30001f253a2&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    For pork souvlaki with maximum flavor, marinate it in a mixture of olive oil, red onion, garlic, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, and Greek oregano. seriouseats.com/grilling-por…
    Add as much (or as little) lime and hot sauce to this light, savory beer drink as you want. https://www.seriouseats.com/perfect-michelada-mexican-beer-cocktail-recipe?taid=6481deeedb77690001a86cc1&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Add as much (or as little) lime and hot sauce to this light, savory beer drink as you want. seriouseats.com/perfect-mich…
    We tested 12 popular coolers to find the best ones that have excellent cold retention, are easy to use, and are durable. https://www.seriouseats.com/the-best-coolers-5187732?taid=64812829ab5b670001f87c8d&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    We tested 12 popular coolers to find the best ones that have excellent cold retention, are easy to use, and are durable. seriouseats.com/the-best-coo…
  • Open

    R to @Redistrict: The legal fight to come will be over what constitutes "reasonably configured" or "compact." It's an age-old fight akin to defining obscenity. And in SC, Dems are pinning their hopes to alter #SC01 on a different type of federal racial gerrymandering claim (14th Amend, not VRA).
    The legal fight to come will be over what constitutes "reasonably configured" or "compact." It's an age-old fight akin to defining obscenity. #SC01 on a different type of federal racial gerrymandering claim (14th Amend, not VRA).  ( 2 min )
    R to @Redistrict: However, it's significantly harder to draw a new, geographically compact Black majority district in North Florida or South Carolina. Here's what a SC map with two 50%+ Black seats would probably need to look like:
    However, it's significantly harder to draw a new, geographically compact Black majority district in North Florida or South Carolina. Here's what a SC map with two 50%+ Black seats would probably need to look like:
    R to @Redistrict: It's also ridiculously easy to draw an additional compact Black majority seat in metro Atlanta (#GA06 below), though depending on how the court case plays out and GOP legislators respond, it might not necessarily net Dems a seat.
    It's also ridiculously easy to draw an additional compact Black majority seat in metro Atlanta (#GA06 below), though depending on how the court case plays out and GOP legislators respond, it might not necessarily net Dems a seat.  ( 1 min )
    R to @Redistrict: It's also not hard to unpack #LA02 (left) to draw an additional Black district in Louisiana (example #LA05, right). Today's SCOTUS decision makes a similar 4R-2D configuration likely as well.
    It's also not hard to unpack #LA02 (left) to draw an additional Black district in Louisiana (example #LA05, right). Today's SCOTUS decision makes a similar 4R-2D configuration likely as well.
    MAP THREAD: as we've outlined in recent years, it's not hard unpack #AL07 (left) to draw an additional Black majority district in Alabama (example #AL02, right). Today's SCOTUS decision likely makes something similar a reality in time for 2024.
    MAP THREAD: as we've outlined in recent years, it's not hard unpack #AL07 (left) to draw an additional Black majority district in Alabama (example #AL02, right). Today's SCOTUS decision likely makes something similar a reality in time for 2024.
    New @CookPolitical: in the wake of the SCOTUS Alabama decision, we're shifting five House ratings in Democrats' direction. It's very likely two formerly Solid R seats will end up in Solid D. https://www.cookpolitical.com/analysis/house/redistricting/surprise-scotus-alabama-ruling-huge-win-democrats-civil-rights-groups
    New @CookPolitical: in the wake of the SCOTUS Alabama decision, we're shifting five House ratings in Democrats' direction. It's very likely two formerly Solid R seats will end up in Solid D. cookpolitical.com/analysis/h…
    My latest for @CookPolitical: surprise SCOTUS Alabama ruling a huge win for Democrats, civil rights groups. Plus, our early read on what it means in AL, LA, SC and GA. https://www.cookpolitical.com/analysis/house/redistricting/surprise-scotus-alabama-ruling-huge-win-democrats-civil-rights-groups
    My latest for @CookPolitical: surprise SCOTUS Alabama ruling a huge win for Democrats, civil rights groups. Plus, our early read on what it means in AL, LA, SC and GA. cookpolitical.com/analysis/h…
    RT by @Redistrict: New by @Redistrict: "The landmark decision in Allen v. Milligan could reverberate across the Deep South, leading to the creation of new Black-majority, strongly Democratic seats in multiple states." https://www.cookpolitical.com/analysis/house/redistricting/surprise-scotus-alabama-ruling-huge-win-democrats-civil-rights-groups
    New by @Redistrict: "The landmark decision in Allen v. Milligan could reverberate across the Deep South, leading to the creation of new Black-majority, strongly Democratic seats in multiple states." cookpolitical.com/analysis/h…
    Back in 2021, I previewed the push by civil rights orgs & Democrats to unpack "hyper-minority" districts in the South, like Rep. Terri Sewell's (D) #AL07. Today's SCOTUS ruling is the culmination of that & a huge win for both groups. https://www.theatlantic.com/politics/archive/2021/09/it-time-rethink-hyper-minority-districts/620118/
    Back in 2021, I previewed the push by civil rights orgs & Democrats to unpack "hyper-minority" districts in the South, like Rep. Terri Sewell's (D) #AL07. Today's SCOTUS ruling is the culmination of that & a huge win for both groups. theatlantic.com/politics/arc…
    The Alabama Republicans in most jeopardy owing to the SCOTUS ruling: Reps. Jerry Carl (R) #AL01, Barry Moore (R) #AL02 and Mike Rogers (R) #AL03. Moore could be squeezed the most in any map reconfigured to feature a second Black majority seat.
    The Alabama Republicans in most jeopardy owing to the SCOTUS ruling: Reps. Jerry Carl (R) #AL01, Barry Moore (R) #AL02 and Mike Rogers (R) #AL03. Moore could be squeezed the most in any map reconfigured to feature a second Black majority seat.
    NEW: in a major surprise, Supreme Court rules 5-4 that Alabama's congressional map dilutes Black voting strength. This could reverberate to LA, SC and/or GA, forcing creation of 2-4 new Black majority districts and netting Dems 2-4 seats. Key passages: https://www.supremecourt.gov/opinions/22pdf/21-1086_1co6.pdf
    NEW: in a major surprise, Supreme Court rules 5-4 that Alabama's congressional map dilutes Black voting strength. This could reverberate to LA, SC and/or GA, forcing creation of 2-4 new Black majority districts and netting Dems 2-4 seats. supremecourt.gov/opinions/22…
  • Open

    RT by @tetraduzione: Remember: like every selection process, grad school admission is very noisy & biased. The only signal you should be reading is that you don't fit the traditional rubric—you excel in your own ways. Grad school is also not a magical pill that's gonna solve all your problems.
    Remember: like every selection process, grad school admission is very noisy & biased. The only signal you should be reading is that you don't fit the traditional rubric—you excel in your own ways. Grad school is also not a magical pill that's gonna solve all your problems.  ( 1 min )
    Image
    No content preview
    RT by @tetraduzione: Favorite slide from great talk by @jmtomczak at @Ellis_Amsterdam 🐄
    Favorite slide from great talk by @jmtomczak at @Ellis_Amsterdam 🐄
    RT by @tetraduzione: 📢Join the Deep Learning meets Neuromorphic Hardware w at #ECMLPKDD23📢 Explore the intersection of #DeepLearning and #NeuromorphicComputing for energy-efficient AI systems. Deadline: June 12, 2023. Don't miss out! #AI #ML #DLNHWorkshop ℹ️ https://sites.google.com/unipi.it/dlnh-ecmlpkdd23/home-page
    📢Join the Deep Learning meets Neuromorphic Hardware w at #ECMLPKDD23📢 #DeepLearning and #NeuromorphicComputing for energy-efficient AI systems. #AI #ML #DLNHWorkshop sites.google.com/unipi.it/dl…
    RT by @tetraduzione: Influence estimation + Tree ensembles + Lots of empirical results = Our new paper in JMLR! My two favorite results: 1. TracIn is easily adapted to trees, and works great. 2. In some settings, approximate influence estimates are much better than exact! https://jmlr.org/papers/v24/22-0449.html
    Influence estimation + Tree ensembles + Lots of empirical results = Our new paper in JMLR! jmlr.org/papers/v24/22-0449.…
  • Open

    Here’s this week’s cartoon for Guardian Australia: https://www.theguardian.com/sport/ng-interactive/2023/jun/09/david-squires-on-mixed-reactions-to-ange-postecoglous-move-to-tottenham?CMP=share_btn_tw
    Here’s this week’s cartoon for Guardian Australia: theguardian.com/sport/ng-int…  ( 1 min )
    RT by @squires_david: David Squires on … mixed reactions to Ange Postecoglou at Tottenham. By @squires_david https://www.theguardian.com/sport/ng-interactive/2023/jun/09/david-squires-on-mixed-reactions-to-ange-postecoglous-move-to-tottenham?CMP=share_btn_tw
    David Squires on … mixed reactions to Ange Postecoglou at Tottenham. By @squires_david theguardian.com/sport/ng-int…
  • Open

    Average oxygen levels in the ocean have fallen by 2% over the past 50 years, and could fall 20% by the end of this century, making some parts of the ocean less habitable to sea life. Learn more: https://scim.ag/2Wf #WorldOceanDay
    Average oxygen levels in the ocean have fallen by 2% over the past 50 years, and could fall 20% by the end of this century, making some parts of the ocean less habitable to sea life. scim.ag/2Wf #WorldOceanDay
    "If the [Supreme] Court continues to make it more difficult to progress toward a more perfect union … then an equitable future for all will become … harder to reach," argues @Dr_JimGates on the pending affirmative action decision. https://scim.ag/2Wd #ScienceEditorial
    "If the [Supreme] Court continues to make it more difficult to progress toward a more perfect union … then an equitable future for all will become … harder to reach," argues @Dr_JimGates on the pending affirmative action decision. scim.ag/2Wd #ScienceEditorial
    RT by @ScienceMagazine: March 2023 @ScienceMagazine study relevant to ongoing #wildfires: “Our data analysis implies a link between the extensive boreal fires and climate drivers (especially temperature increase or heatwaves),” @BoZheng18 @Davis_StevenJ @ciais_philippe.
    March 2023 @ScienceMagazine study relevant to ongoing #wildfires: “Our data analysis implies a link between the extensive boreal fires and climate drivers (especially temperature increase or heatwaves),” @BoZheng18 @Davis_StevenJ @ciais_philippe. nitter.net/Davis_StevenJ/status/1631394707661295616#m  ( 1 min )
    Taurine deficiency may be a driver for aging, finds a new Science study in several animal models. The results warrant clinical trials to examine taurine’s effect on healthy lifespan in humans. 📄: https://scim.ag/2W2 #SciencePerspective: https://scim.ag/2W1
    Taurine deficiency may be a driver for aging, finds a new Science study in several animal models. The results warrant clinical trials to examine taurine’s effect on healthy lifespan in humans. scim.ag/2W2 #SciencePerspective: scim.ag/2W1
    RT by @ScienceMagazine: Happy to be part of this multi-organism study showing how taurine declines with age. 👇Thanks @VijayYadavLab and all authors! This is our first (collaborative) paper in @ScienceMagazine! 🐟🐟🐟 @ircaninstitute @CNRS_DR20 #zebrafish #telomerase #aging https://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/science.abn9257
    Happy to be part of this multi-organism study showing how taurine declines with age. 👇Thanks @VijayYadavLab and all authors! @ScienceMagazine! 🐟🐟🐟 @ircaninstitute @CNRS_DR20 #zebrafish #telomerase #aging science.org/doi/10.1126/scie…
    RT by @ScienceMagazine: Extremely pleased to announce that our paper looking at mammalian responses to the COVID-19 lockdowns is now out in @ScienceMagazine http://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/science.abo6499 🧵 (1/8)
    Extremely pleased to announce that our paper looking at mammalian responses to the COVID-19 lockdowns is now out in @ScienceMagazine science.org/doi/10.1126/scie… 🧵 (1/8)
    RT by @ScienceMagazine: The June issue of Science #Immunology is out! This month's cover features an analysis of tumor TRM cell characteristics in mice. Other studies looked at GAS-responsive T cells and psoriasis, as well as immune cell “neighborhoods” in the skin: https://scim.ag/2VS
    The June issue of Science #Immunology is out! scim.ag/2VS
    A 2021 #ScienceReview showed how the rapidly changing soundscape of modern oceans impacts marine life globally—and how mitigating these impacts is key to achieving a healthier ocean. Learn more on #WorldOceanDay: https://scim.ag/2VP
    A 2021 #ScienceReview showed how the rapidly changing soundscape of modern oceans impacts marine life globally—and how mitigating these impacts is key to achieving a healthier ocean. #WorldOceanDay: scim.ag/2VP
  • Open

    Safety experts are cautiously optimistic new results may help support further cultural and institutional change to address poor laboratory practices in academia. https://scim.ag/2We
    Safety experts are cautiously optimistic new results may help support further cultural and institutional change to address poor laboratory practices in academia. scim.ag/2We
    A new study suggests boosting taurine levels increases life span in mice and improves the physical condition of middle-aged monkeys, hinting it could do the same for people. https://scim.ag/2W7
    A new study suggests boosting taurine levels increases life span in mice and improves the physical condition of middle-aged monkeys, hinting it could do the same for people. scim.ag/2W7
  • Open

    "some thing is rotten in the state of DLC. " - BabyHueyGamer
    "some thing is rotten in the state of DLC. " - BabyHueyGamer
    tom clancy alternate reality series of novels where george bush was hit by the shoe
    tom clancy alternate reality series of novels where george bush was hit by the shoe
  • Open

    RT by @ground_guru: The UEFA Pro Licence class of 2023 ⚽
    The UEFA Pro Licence class of 2023 ⚽
    RT by @ground_guru: Huge congratulations to all of our graduates ⚽
    Huge congratulations to all of our graduates ⚽
    RT by @ground_guru: Fascinating. Some of the vocabulary and assumptions feel a little bit like the wider corporate world. Bould seems to be hinting at something more collective where the manager might fade into the background. Rooney looking at rebuild and recruitment and westward
    Fascinating. Some of the vocabulary and assumptions feel a little bit like the wider corporate world. Bould seems to be hinting at something more collective where the manager might fade into the background. Rooney looking at rebuild and recruitment and westward
    RT by @ground_guru: Wayne Rooney, Jonathan Woodgate and Steve Bould among those graduating with their UEFA Pro Licence from the FA
    Wayne Rooney, Jonathan Woodgate and Steve Bould among those graduating with their UEFA Pro Licence from the FA nitter.net/guins1/status/1666806111700389889#m
    RT by @ground_guru: @NunoANunes you deserve so much credit for the development of this guided learning programme. The @Football_BSc have certainly benefited from the diverse backgrounds of our expert course friends. Excited to see how this progresses across @SolentUni 👏👏👏👏👏
    @NunoANunes you deserve so much credit for the development of this guided learning programme. The @Football_BSc have certainly benefited from the diverse backgrounds of our expert course friends. Excited to see how this progresses across @SolentUni 👏👏👏👏👏 nitter.net/NunoANunes/status/1666795032815235074#m
    This was lovely last night, with Declan Rice and his son, as well as David Moyes celebrating with his dad It’s a side we don’t usually see/ reminds everyone that these are people as well as players
    This was lovely last night, with Declan Rice and his son, as well as David Moyes celebrating with his dad nitter.net/btsportfootball/status/1666553010531491846#m
    RT by @ground_guru: Final day in Manchester, great insight from @ground_guru before individual study presentations from @waynerooney @dcunited, @williekirk @LCFC_Women, Steve Bould @LommelSKOff Lee Grant @IpswichTown, @JustinMWalker_ @HullCity & Mike Sheron @Rovers. Next up the graduation dinner…🥂
    Final day in Manchester, great insight from @ground_guru before individual study presentations from @waynerooney @dcunited, @williekirk @LCFC_Women, Steve Bould @LommelSKOff Lee Grant @IpswichTown, @JustinMWalker_ @HullCity & Mike Sheron @Rovers. Next up the graduation dinner…🥂
    RT by @ground_guru: I am proud of the 21 "The Chat Club" events that were offered to @Football_BSc . A big (huge) thank you to all the guest speakers that kindly shared knowledge and experience with our students. You all impacted their life and career. #sharingiscaring
    I am proud of the 21 "The Chat Club" events that were offered to @Football_BSc . A big (huge) thank you to all the guest speakers that kindly shared knowledge and experience with our students. You all impacted their life and career. #sharingiscaring
  • Open

    Great gig by ⁦@MaggieLindemann⁩ at Dynamo in Zürich this evening 👊
    Great gig by ⁦@MaggieLindemann⁩ at Dynamo in Zürich this evening 👊
    Lunchtime reminder of today’s review of RC Lens, this season’s surprise package in France #RCLens #Ligue1
    Lunchtime reminder of today’s review of RC Lens, this season’s surprise package in France #RCLens #Ligue1 nitter.net/SwissRamble/status/1666706103189766144#m
    R to @SwissRamble: Similarly, #RCLens €38m wage bill was only 12th highest in France in 2021/22, miles below PSG's €729m, but also less than a third of Marseille €135m and Monaco €118m.
    Similarly, #RCLens €38m wage bill was only 12th highest in France in 2021/22, miles below PSG's €729m, but also less than a third of Marseille €135m and Monaco €118m.  ( 1 min )
    R to @SwissRamble: #RCLens massively punched above their weight, as their finances are essentially those of a mid-table club, e.g. their €47m revenue was only 12th highest in Ligue 1 in 2021/22, significantly lower than PSG €670m.
    #RCLens massively punched above their weight, as their finances are essentially those of a mid-table club, e.g. their €47m revenue was only 12th highest in Ligue 1 in 2021/22, significantly lower than PSG €670m.  ( 1 min )
    RT by @SwissRamble: One of the most heartwarming football stories this season was RC Lens qualifying for the Champions League only three years after promotion to Ligue 1, where they finished just one point behind #PSG Here's a review of their financials #RCLens #Ligue1 https://swissramble.substack.com/p/rc-lens-finances-202122
    One of the most heartwarming football stories this season was RC Lens qualifying for the Champions League only three years after promotion to Ligue 1, where they finished just one point behind #PSG #RCLens #Ligue1 swissramble.substack.com/p/r…  ( 1 min )
  • Open

    RT by @OptaAnalyst: Miami shot 31.4% from three in Game 3, and (maybe) as a result, they lost 109-94. Was it all about them missing their shots? Or was there something more to Denver’s success in Game 3? https://theanalyst.com/na/2023/06/nba-finals-denver-nuggets-vs-miami-heat-game-4-prediction/
    Miami shot 31.4% from three in Game 3, and (maybe) as a result, they lost 109-94. theanalyst.com/na/2023/06/nb…
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: Inter Miami are currently ranked the 28th best team in the United States. Lionel Messi should improve that significantly. @Matt_Furniss takes a look at a new era for MLS. https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/lionel-messi-inter-miami-new-era-mls/
    Inter Miami are currently ranked the 28th best team in the United States. Lionel Messi should improve that significantly. @Matt_Furniss takes a look at a new era for MLS. theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/li…
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: We look at the Lionel Messi of now compared to the Lionel Messi of past to assess whether Inter Miami are getting a player still in his prime. https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/lionel-messi-inter-miami-new-era-mls/
    We look at the Lionel Messi of now compared to the Lionel Messi of past to assess whether Inter Miami are getting a player still in his prime. theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/li…
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: Declan Rice look set to depart West Ham United this summer. @DavidSegar_ analyses the qualities that make him so attractive to many top clubs around Europe. ➡️ https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/why-declan-rice-is-a-wanted-man/
    Declan Rice look set to depart West Ham United this summer. @DavidSegar_ analyses the qualities that make him so attractive to many top clubs around Europe. theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/wh…
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: With all of the top five leagues over, @RyanRyanBenson looked at some key statistical trends from the 2022-23 campaign, including: 🥅 A record season for @PremierLeague goals 🟨🟥 La Liga goes cards crazy ⏱️ All eyes on time-wasters 🦶 Passing habits of goalkeepers
    With all of the top five leagues over, @RyanRyanBenson looked at some key statistical trends from the 2022-23 campaign, including: @PremierLeague goals 🟨🟥 La Liga goes cards crazy ⏱️ All eyes on time-wasters 🦶 Passing habits of goalkeepers
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: Alexis Mac Allister is now a Liverpool player. 🔴 ✍️ @DavidSegar_ has looked at what the World Cup winner should bring to Jürgen Klopp's midfield.
    Alexis Mac Allister is now a Liverpool player. 🔴 @DavidSegar_ has looked at what the World Cup winner should bring to Jürgen Klopp's midfield.
  • Open

    RT by @CookPolitical: New @CookPolitical: in the wake of the SCOTUS Alabama decision, we're shifting five House ratings in Democrats' direction. It's very likely two formerly Solid R seats will end up in Solid D. https://www.cookpolitical.com/analysis/house/redistricting/surprise-scotus-alabama-ruling-huge-win-democrats-civil-rights-groups
    New @CookPolitical: in the wake of the SCOTUS Alabama decision, we're shifting five House ratings in Democrats' direction. It's very likely two formerly Solid R seats will end up in Solid D. cookpolitical.com/analysis/h…  ( 1 min )
    RT by @CookPolitical: Wanna understand what SCOTUS’ recent AL redistricting decision means? No one better than @CookPolitical @Redistrict at breaking it all down. Bottom line: as many as 4 GOP seats in AL & LA could be in danger. https://www.cookpolitical.com/analysis/house/redistricting/surprise-scotus-alabama-ruling-huge-win-democrats-civil-rights-groups
    Wanna understand what SCOTUS’ recent AL redistricting decision means? No one better than @CookPolitical @Redistrict at breaking it all down. Bottom line: as many as 4 GOP seats in AL & LA could be in danger. cookpolitical.com/analysis/h…  ( 1 min )
    R to @CookPolitical: For now, we are making five House race rating changes. #AL01: Solid R to Toss Up #AL02: Solid R to Toss Up #LA05: Solid R to Toss Up #LA06: Solid R to Toss Up #NC01: Toss Up to Lean D Our full House Race Ratings chart: https://www.cookpolitical.com/ratings/house-race-ratings
    For now, we are making five House race rating changes. #AL01: Solid R to Toss Up #AL02: Solid R to Toss Up #LA05: Solid R to Toss Up #LA06: Solid R to Toss Up #NC01: Toss Up to Lean D cookpolitical.com/ratings/ho…  ( 1 min )
    New by @Redistrict: "The landmark decision in Allen v. Milligan could reverberate across the Deep South, leading to the creation of new Black-majority, strongly Democratic seats in multiple states." https://www.cookpolitical.com/analysis/house/redistricting/surprise-scotus-alabama-ruling-huge-win-democrats-civil-rights-groups
    New by @Redistrict: "The landmark decision in Allen v. Milligan could reverberate across the Deep South, leading to the creation of new Black-majority, strongly Democratic seats in multiple states." cookpolitical.com/analysis/h…  ( 1 min )
    "It is going to be hard enough for many of these incumbents to outrun former President Donald Trump, the likely GOP nominee. They also can't afford to be burdened with a Republican-led Congress that is defined by chaos and calamity." @amyewalter's latest: https://www.cookpolitical.com/analysis/national/national-politics/biggest-winners-debt-ceiling-deal-vulnerable-house-republicans
    "It is going to be hard enough for many of these incumbents to outrun former President Donald Trump, the likely GOP nominee. They also can't afford to be burdened with a Republican-led Congress that is defined by chaos and calamity." @amyewalter's latest: cookpolitical.com/analysis/n…
    RT by @CookPolitical: This could also dilute GOP re-draw in NC. Hold onto your hats everyone, the race for control of the House in ‘24 is going to be FIERCE.
    This could also dilute GOP re-draw in NC. Hold onto your hats everyone, the race for control of the House in ‘24 is going to be FIERCE. nitter.net/Redistrict/status/1666819545150144519#m
    The growing Republican field for president is great news for one particular candidate, @CharlieCookDC writes. https://www.cookpolitical.com/analysis/national/national-politics/more-republicans-enter-race-trump-solidifies-his-lead
    The growing Republican field for president is great news for one particular candidate, @CharlieCookDC writes. cookpolitical.com/analysis/n…
    Senate Democrats succeeded in 2022 by outpacing President Biden's standing in their states. Can they do it again in 2024? @JessicaTaylor crunches the numbers: https://www.cookpolitical.com/analysis/senate/senate-charts/senate-democrats-biggest-2024-challenge-outrunning-biden
    Senate Democrats succeeded in 2022 by outpacing President Biden's standing in their states. Can they do it again in 2024? @JessicaTaylor crunches the numbers: cookpolitical.com/analysis/s…  ( 1 min )
  • Open

    #SCOTUS will issue opinions next week on Thursday, June 15, & Friday, June 16. There are 23 cases remaining.
    #SCOTUS will issue opinions next week on Thursday, June 15, & Friday, June 16. There are 23 cases remaining.
  • Open

    R to @steak_umm: it’s the only way i can get to sleep anymore
    it’s the only way i can get to sleep anymore
    the internet has given us a lot of things but its most fascinating contribution is oddly aggro chiropractor videos
    the internet has given us a lot of things but its most fascinating contribution is oddly aggro chiropractor videos
  • Open

    ariel has opinions on opinions on opinions
    ariel has opinions on opinions on opinions nitter.net/aedwardslevy/status/1666823877761339392#m
    a victory for democracy and smart political science on redistricting
    a victory for democracy and smart political science on redistricting nitter.net/cwarshaw/status/1666816614401208321#m
    john roberts, welcome to the #resistance
    john roberts, welcome to the #resistance nitter.net/baseballot/status/1666812020539392002#m
  • Open

    Fun thread showing GPT-4 can also optimize unoptimized assembly code. Someone get Dimitris a Nature paper.
    Fun thread showing GPT-4 can also optimize unoptimized assembly code. Someone get Dimitris a Nature paper. nitter.net/DimitrisPapail/status/1666843952824168465#m
  • Open

    RT by @Zonal_Marking: ⚒️ West Ham and Moyes' night to remember with @benjilanyado 🏆 Can Inter spoil City's treble party? 🇦🇺 Big Ange at Spurs It's @acjimbo, @Zonal_Marking, @oilysailor and @CDEccleshare on all your big talking points 👇 https://pod.fo/e/182980
    ⚒️ West Ham and Moyes' night to remember with @benjilanyado @acjimbo, @Zonal_Marking, @oilysailor and @CDEccleshare on all your big talking points 👇 pod.fo/e/182980
  • Open

    tmblr.co/ZuM2KydyKfPDCW01
    tmblr.co/ZuM2KydyKfPDCW01
    Because she didn't have the self-confidence to say "You could get ten more if you wanted."
    Because she didn't have the self-confidence to say "You could get ten more if you wanted." nitter.net/LouBegaVEVO/status/1666545052623986689#m
  • Open

    Fascinating
    Fascinating nitter.net/a_m_mastroianni/status/1666482105289961472#m
  • Open

    RT by @pixelatedboat: Mutual understanding: https://thenib.com/mutual-understanding
    Mutual understanding: thenib.com/mutual-understand…
  • Open

    I mean….
    I mean….
    It’s a great series
    It’s a great series
    My coach would be mad as hell!!
    My coach would be mad as hell!!
    Number 55 on Miami looks like a accountant I love it! His auntie hit me on instagram! Thru call him Jimmy Neutron!
    Number 55 on Miami looks like a accountant I love it! His auntie hit me on instagram! Thru call him Jimmy Neutron!
    And his name is Reggie Jackson!!
    And his name is Reggie Jackson!!
    Lol I kid I kid lol got love for stephen!
    Lol I kid I kid lol got love for stephen!
    Let’s go Miami!!
    Let’s go Miami!!
  • Open

    R to @DaveAHopkins: McCarthy claimed he didn't need to make any deal with Jeffries to get the Dem votes he needed to pass the rules resolution...but maybe he should have made one to get 90 fewer Dem votes on final passage
    McCarthy claimed he didn't need to make any deal with Jeffries to get the Dem votes he needed to pass the rules resolution...but maybe he should have made one to get 90 fewer Dem votes on final passage
    I suspect some type of mischief would be happening anyway, but the high level of Democratic support for the debt ceiling bill does nothing to quiet McCarthy skeptics in the House GOP—if Ilhan Omar & Eric Swalwell could vote for it, doesn't that mean his deal gave away too much?
    I suspect some type of mischief would be happening anyway, but the high level of Democratic support for the debt ceiling bill does nothing to quiet McCarthy skeptics in the House GOP—if Ilhan Omar & Eric Swalwell could vote for it, doesn't that mean his deal gave away too much?

  • Open

    Labor force participation rate for people ages 25 to 54 in May 2023 highest since January 2007 https://www.bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/labor-force-participation-rate-for-people-ages-25-to-54-in-may-2023-highest-since-january-2007.htm #BLSdata
    Labor force participation rate for people ages 25 to 54 in May 2023 highest since January 2007 bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/labor-… #BLSdata
    Firm migrations in the United States: magnitude and trends https://www.bls.gov/opub/mlr/2023/article/firm-migrations-in-the-united-states-magnitude-and-trends.htm #BLSdata
    Firm migrations in the United States: magnitude and trends bls.gov/opub/mlr/2023/articl… #BLSdata
    Labor force participation rate for people ages 25 to 54 in May 2023 highest since January 2007 https://www.bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/labor-force-participation-rate-for-people-ages-25-to-54-in-may-2023-highest-since-january-2007.htm #BLSdata
    Labor force participation rate for people ages 25 to 54 in May 2023 highest since January 2007 bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/labor-… #BLSdata
    See our interactive charts and maps for today's new #BLSdata on county employment and wages https://www.bls.gov/charts/county-employment-and-wages/ #DataViz
    See our interactive charts and maps for today's new #BLSdata on county employment and wages bls.gov/charts/county-employ… #DataViz
  • Open

    Hey @katieporteroc have ever thought about throwing your hat into the presidential race?! I would vote for you!!
    Hey @katieporteroc have ever thought about throwing your hat into the presidential race?! I would vote for you!!
    We are now entering the wild Wild West y’all! I’m just trying to figure who will be valuable enough that will get shot that we will take this shit serious. The lady will probably get off with the stand your ground law but wasn’t the mother standing hers when kid got hit in the head with and iPad. I’m really scared for the future of our county!
    We are now entering the wild Wild West y’all! I’m just trying to figure who will be valuable enough that will get shot that we will take this shit serious. The lady will probably get off with the stand your ground law but wasn’t the mother standing hers when kid got hit in the head with and iPad. I’m really scared for the future of our county!
  • Open

    A rich, nutty Thai panang curry, paired with tender braised short ribs. https://www.seriouseats.com/panang-neua-thai-panang-curry-with-beef?taid=64810c10cf93b30001f20767&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    A rich, nutty Thai panang curry, paired with tender braised short ribs. seriouseats.com/panang-neua-…
    We tested 12 garlic presses to see which ones were easy to use, pressed the best-tasting garlic, and were a cinch to clean. https://www.seriouseats.com/best-garlic-presses-6833119?taid=6480fe09db77690001a82a2f&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    We tested 12 garlic presses to see which ones were easy to use, pressed the best-tasting garlic, and were a cinch to clean. seriouseats.com/best-garlic-…
    By using ice or ice packs, you can easily keep fish fresh for days in your refrigerator. https://www.seriouseats.com/best-way-to-store-fish-refrigerator-ice-packs?taid=6480efebd4faf0000139ba7e&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    By using ice or ice packs, you can easily keep fish fresh for days in your refrigerator. seriouseats.com/best-way-to-…
    Marinated bone-in meat lends deep flavor to a simple, rustic Indian chicken curry. https://www.seriouseats.com/gavthi-indian-village-chicken-curry-recipe-indian?taid=6480d3bbab5b670001f85f2f&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Marinated bone-in meat lends deep flavor to a simple, rustic Indian chicken curry. seriouseats.com/gavthi-india…
    Light or dark, thick or thin: shrimp étouffée the way you want it. https://www.seriouseats.com/shrimp-etouffee?taid=6480c5dbab5b670001f85ae3&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Light or dark, thick or thin: shrimp étouffée the way you want it. seriouseats.com/shrimp-etouf…
    In this easy weeknight dinner, the classic pairing of orecchiette and broccoli gets a twist with a creamy turmeric sauce and crunchy toasted hazelnuts. https://www.seriouseats.com/orecchiette-with-broccoli-and-toasted-hazelnuts-recipe-7507873?taid=6480b7bfd4faf0000139a655&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    In this easy weeknight dinner, the classic pairing of orecchiette and broccoli gets a twist with a creamy turmeric sauce and crunchy toasted hazelnuts. seriouseats.com/orecchiette-…
    Buying the best chopping block or cutting board requires a comparison of material, size, price, maintenance, and ease of use. https://www.seriouseats.com/best-cutting-boards-7496186?taid=64809b9bcf93b30001f1d9a0&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Buying the best chopping block or cutting board requires a comparison of material, size, price, maintenance, and ease of use. seriouseats.com/best-cutting…
    Basque cheesecake boasts a creamy center and a deeply caramelized "burnt" top and bottom, thanks to a high-temperature bake. https://www.seriouseats.com/basque-cheesecake?taid=64808d94137e400001c0f32a&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Basque cheesecake boasts a creamy center and a deeply caramelized "burnt" top and bottom, thanks to a high-temperature bake. seriouseats.com/basque-chees…
    Canning can be a great way to preserve seasonal vegetables and fruits, but you got to have the right gear (such as our tested-and-recommended pressure canner). https://www.seriouseats.com/best-pressure-canning-gear-7506154?taid=647fd6b5cf93b30001f194b7&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Canning can be a great way to preserve seasonal vegetables and fruits, but you got to have the right gear (such as our tested-and-recommended pressure canner). seriouseats.com/best-pressur…
  • Open

    RT by @losthunderlads: Academics act like the only thing they can do to pursue social justice is change their syllabi, while just completely ignoring the possibility of tweaking the language on the departmental website.
    Academics act like the only thing they can do to pursue social justice is change their syllabi, while just completely ignoring the possibility of tweaking the language on the departmental website.
    tmblr.co/ZuM2Kydy042W8m00
    tmblr.co/ZuM2Kydy042W8m00
    "A version of Proud Mary in tribute to Tina Turner. It’s one of those covers that completely eclipse the original version. It’s so perfect it’s hard to believe it wasn’t written for her." http://ukulelehunt.com/?p=28953 via @UkeHunt
    "A version of Proud Mary in tribute to Tina Turner. It’s one of those covers that completely eclipse the original version. It’s so perfect it’s hard to believe it wasn’t written for her." ukulelehunt.com/?p=28953 via @UkeHunt
  • Open

    RT by @pixelatedboat: Arnold Schwarznegger says he suggested to change “I’ll be back” to “I will be back” in ‘THE TERMINATOR’ because he thought it sounded more “machine-like.” James Cameron responded with “Are you the writer? Don’t tell me how to fucking write.” (Source: https://www.insider.com/arnold-schwarzenegger-james-cameron-terminator-fought-ill-be-back-2023-6?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=entertainment-sf)
    Arnold Schwarznegger says he suggested to change “I’ll be back” to “I will be back” in ‘THE TERMINATOR’ because he thought it sounded more “machine-like.” insider.com/arnold-schwarzen…)
    RT by @pixelatedboat: elon is autistic AND has a trans kid but he’s such a horny reply guy he forgot i guess
    elon is autistic AND has a trans kid but he’s such a horny reply guy he forgot i guess
  • Open

    RT by @ground_guru: Moyes' 87 year old dad got to see his son win a European trophy, bloody hell, say what you want about him as a manager but after his ups and downs what a moment to have for those two and their family.
    Moyes' 87 year old dad got to see his son win a European trophy, bloody hell, say what you want about him as a manager but after his ups and downs what a moment to have for those two and their family.
    RT by @ground_guru: If interested graph is from this published paper - https://www.setantacollege.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/SCJ_Developing-world-class-players_2017.pdf
    If interested graph is from this published paper - setantacollege.com/wp-conten…
    RT by @ground_guru: If interested graph is from this published paper - https://www.setantacollege.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/SCJ_Developing-world-class-players_2017.pdf
    If interested graph is from this published paper - setantacollege.com/wp-conten…
    "Developing training age in the gym takes time. If fundamental movements are mastered at a young age and they have good physical literacy then they can develop strength." @DeasunO https://trainingground.guru/articles/des-ryan-athletic-development-at-arsenal-academy
    "Developing training age in the gym takes time. If fundamental movements are mastered at a young age and they have good physical literacy then they can develop strength." @DeasunO trainingground.guru/articles…
    RT by @ground_guru: "The approach to athletic development is important and should be crystal clear. We had a clear philosophy called the 'arrow approach', which came from the doctor, Ges Steinberg." @DeasunO | @ArsenalAcademy #AFC https://trainingground.guru/articles/des-ryan-athletic-development-at-arsenal-academy
    "The approach to athletic development is important and should be crystal clear. We had a clear philosophy called the 'arrow approach', which came from the doctor, Ges Steinberg." @DeasunO | @ArsenalAcademy #AFC trainingground.guru/articles…
    🚨 CLOSES TUESDAY! Head of Academy Coaching @BurnleyOfficial https://trainingground.guru/jobs-listings/head-of-academy-coaching-burnley
    🚨 CLOSES TUESDAY! @BurnleyOfficial trainingground.guru/jobs-lis…
    RT by @ground_guru: 122 national team games together from 2001 to 2023. It was a pleasure from the first to the last. @Ibra_official @svenskfotboll
    122 national team games together from 2001 to 2023. It was a pleasure from the first to the last. @Ibra_official @svenskfotboll
    This is a great point. @BARRYD22 spoke to us before about the feeling of '24-hour surveillance' https://trainingground.guru/articles/barry-drust-beware-24-hour-player-surveillance
    This is a great point. @BARRYD22 spoke to us before about the feeling of '24-hour surveillance' trainingground.guru/articles… nitter.net/thesleepgeek/status/1666091763675824130#m
  • Open

    RT by @OptaAnalyst: We look back at a brilliant night for West Ham in Europe, with all the key stats & facts from their 2-1 win over Fiorentina. You can also do you own analysis on the #UECLfinal with the Opta chalkboards. https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/fiorentina-vs-west-ham-stats-2022-23-europa-conference-league-final/
    We look back at a brilliant night for West Ham in Europe, with all the key stats & facts from their 2-1 win over Fiorentina. #UECLfinal with the Opta chalkboards. theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/fi…
    Bobby Moore in 1965 🏆 Declan Rice in 2023 🏆 West Ham captains to lift a major European title. #WHUFC | #UECLfinal
    Bobby Moore in 1965 🏆 #WHUFC | #UECLfinal
    Fiorentina 1-2 West Ham United West Ham have won a major European title for the first time since 1965. What a way to do it, too. Well done @WestHam 🏆 #UECLfinal
    Fiorentina 1-2 West Ham United @WestHam 🏆 #UECLfinal
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: 90 - All three 90th minute winning goals in major European finals have been scored by English teams 1999 Man Utd vs Bayern Munich (Champions League) 2013 Chelsea vs Benfica (Europa League) 2023 West Ham vs Fiorentina (Conference League) Drama.
    90 - All three 90th minute winning goals in major European finals have been scored by English teams 1999 Man Utd vs Bayern Munich (Champions League) 2013 Chelsea vs Benfica (Europa League) 2023 West Ham vs Fiorentina (Conference League) Drama.  ( 1 min )
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: 33 - Fiorentina's Giacomo Bonaventura is the oldest Italian scorer in a major European final (33 years, 289 days) since a 36-year-old Paolo Maldini for AC Milan vs Liverpool in the 2005 Champions League final. Ace.
    33 - Fiorentina's Giacomo Bonaventura is the oldest Italian scorer in a major European final (33 years, 289 days) since a 36-year-old Paolo Maldini for AC Milan vs Liverpool in the 2005 Champions League final. Ace.
    On the six previous occasions that Giacomo Bonaventura has scored for Fiorentina this season across all competitions, his side have gone on to win the game... #UECLfinal https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/fiorentina-vs-west-ham-stats-2022-23-europa-conference-league-final-live/
    On the six previous occasions that Giacomo Bonaventura has scored for Fiorentina this season across all competitions, his side have gone on to win the game... #UECLfinal theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/fi…
    Saïd Benrahma has now scored six penalties from six attempts in all competitions for the Hammers in 2022-23 - the only Premier League player to have taken as many this season with a 100% success rate is Alexis Mac Allister (also 6/6). #UECLfinal https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/fiorentina-vs-west-ham-stats-2022-23-europa-conference-league-final-live/
    Saïd Benrahma has now scored six penalties from six attempts in all competitions for the Hammers in 2022-23 - the only Premier League player to have taken as many this season with a 100% success rate is Alexis Mac Allister (also 6/6). #UECLfinal theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/fi…
    Arthur Cabral's on for Fiorentina... https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/fiorentina-vs-west-ham-stats-2022-23-europa-conference-league-final-live/ #UECLfinal
    Arthur Cabral's on for Fiorentina... theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/fi… #UECLfinal
    It's been a tough opening half an hour for Michail Antonio. He's had 15 touches of the ball so far, but is yet to complete a pass to a teammate. More live stats: https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/fiorentina-vs-west-ham-stats-2022-23-europa-conference-league-final-live/ #UECLfinal
    It's been a tough opening half an hour for Michail Antonio. He's had 15 touches of the ball so far, but is yet to complete a pass to a teammate. theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/fi… #UECLfinal
    The Opta chalkboards are now live! Head here to do your own analysis during the game (and post-match): https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/fiorentina-vs-west-ham-stats-2022-23-europa-conference-league-final-live/ #UECLfinal
    The Opta chalkboards are now live! theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/fi… #UECLfinal nitter.net/OptaAnalyst/status/1666504718602911745#m
    How many major European trophies have English clubs won? https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/european-trophies-won-by-english-clubs/
    How many major European trophies have English clubs won? theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/eu…
    𝐔𝐄𝐂𝐋 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐋𝐈𝐕𝐄: West Ham vs. Fiorentina 📈 We're covering the #UECLFinal live in our match blog, tonight. This includes interactive Opta data chalkboards, so once the game begins (and post-match), you'll be able to do your own analysis from the final.
    𝐔𝐄𝐂𝐋 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐋𝐈𝐕𝐄: West Ham vs. Fiorentina 📈 #UECLFinal live in our match blog, tonight. This includes interactive Opta data chalkboards, so once the game begins (and post-match), you'll be able to do your own analysis from the final.
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: Mined some statistical curiosities ahead of the UCL final for @OptaAnalyst 👇 https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/champions-league-2022-23-stats-trends/
    Mined some statistical curiosities ahead of the UCL final for @OptaAnalyst 👇 theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/ch…
    Bellingham ▶️ Real Madrid Jude Bellingham looks set to make a huge move to Spain. But what are Real Madrid getting for their money? 💰 https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/jude-bellingham-real-madrid-transfer/
    Bellingham ▶️ Real Madrid theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/ju…
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: Define "middle of the road" team please, Harry? https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/who-are-the-best-football-team-in-the-world-opta-power-rankings/
    Define "middle of the road" team please, Harry? theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/wh… nitter.net/footballdaily/status/1666389517211664386#m
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: Fiorentina vs West Ham: UECL Final Preview 🏆 Two teams that have just one major European trophy each in their histories look to double that haul in the UEFA Europa Conference League final. We look ahead to tonight's match. #UECLfinal | #FIOWHU https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/fiorentina-vs-west-ham-prediction-preview-uefa-europa-conference-league-final/
    Fiorentina vs West Ham: UECL Final Preview 🏆 #UECLfinal | #FIOWHU theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/fi…
  • Open

    Snow flies patrolling the frozen mountains of North America in search of mates have developed a unique adaptation to their hostile environment. https://scim.ag/2Vh
    Snow flies patrolling the frozen mountains of North America in search of mates have developed a unique adaptation to their hostile environment. scim.ag/2Vh
    President Joe Biden is asking Congress for $35 million to begin planning a new national laboratory to study the impact of #ClimateChange on disadvantaged communities. https://scim.ag/2Vd
    President Joe Biden is asking Congress for $35 million to begin planning a new national laboratory to study the impact of #ClimateChange on disadvantaged communities. scim.ag/2Vd
    New lab studies suggest #SARSCoV2 causes brain cells to stick together, but more research is needed to determine the overall significance. https://scim.ag/2V8
    New lab studies suggest #SARSCoV2 causes brain cells to stick together, but more research is needed to determine the overall significance. scim.ag/2V8
    By systematically citing other papers published by Saveetha faculty—including papers on completely unrelated topics—the undergraduate publications have helped dramatically inflate the number of citations linked to Saveetha Dental College. https://scim.ag/2V4
    By systematically citing other papers published by Saveetha faculty—including papers on completely unrelated topics—the undergraduate publications have helped dramatically inflate the number of citations linked to Saveetha Dental College. scim.ag/2V4
    Replacing worn-out batteries in animal tracking devices can be a time-consuming, expensive duty for wildlife scientists. It’s stressful for the animals, too.  Now, researchers have invented a tracker powered by the animals’ own movement. https://scim.ag/2UY
    Replacing worn-out batteries in animal tracking devices can be a time-consuming, expensive duty for wildlife scientists. It’s stressful for the animals, too.  scim.ag/2UY
    Comb jellies may have descended from the "sister to all other animals." https://scim.ag/2UT
    Comb jellies may have descended from the "sister to all other animals." scim.ag/2UT
    Ancient life forms may have left traces of oily molecules in rocks more than 1 billion years ago, providing new insights into the evolution of cholesterol. https://scim.ag/2UQ
    Ancient life forms may have left traces of oily molecules in rocks more than 1 billion years ago, providing new insights into the evolution of cholesterol. scim.ag/2UQ
    Brazil’s Supreme Court is expected to issue a ruling this week that could determine the fate of controversial legislation that conservationists fear will undermine efforts to protect the nation’s forests. https://scim.ag/2UL
    Brazil’s Supreme Court is expected to issue a ruling this week that could determine the fate of controversial legislation that conservationists fear will undermine efforts to protect the nation’s forests. scim.ag/2UL
    After 20 years in prison for murder and manslaughter, Kathleen Folbigg is enjoying freedom again thanks to scientists who gathered evidence that the deaths of her four children likely stemmed from natural causes. https://scim.ag/2UH
    After 20 years in prison for murder and manslaughter, Kathleen Folbigg is enjoying freedom again thanks to scientists who gathered evidence that the deaths of her four children likely stemmed from natural causes. scim.ag/2UH
    The EPA will require evidence that introduced traits don’t increase health risks before exempting genetically modified plants from regulation. https://scim.ag/2UD
    The EPA will require evidence that introduced traits don’t increase health risks before exempting genetically modified plants from regulation. scim.ag/2UD
    President Joe Biden intends to name Mandy Cohen, a physician and public health expert with broad government experience, to lead the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. https://scim.ag/2UB
    President Joe Biden intends to name Mandy Cohen, a physician and public health expert with broad government experience, to lead the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. scim.ag/2UB
    The use of highly enriched uranium in a small test reactor would contravene the U.S. policy of removing the fuel from civilian reactors around the world to keep it from being made into bombs. https://scim.ag/2Uz
    The use of highly enriched uranium in a small test reactor would contravene the U.S. policy of removing the fuel from civilian reactors around the world to keep it from being made into bombs. scim.ag/2Uz
    Researchers around the globe are now trying to revive antibody treatments to treat #COVID19 by redesigning them to take aim at targets that are less prone to mutation. https://scim.ag/2Uy
    Researchers around the globe are now trying to revive antibody treatments to treat #COVID19 by redesigning them to take aim at targets that are less prone to mutation. scim.ag/2Uy
    It sounds like a movie plot, but it’s the strange-but-true story of the marbled crayfish, whose unusual evolution may suggest a strategy for tackling cancer. #ScienceMagArchives https://scim.ag/2Uw
    It sounds like a movie plot, but it’s the strange-but-true story of the marbled crayfish, whose unusual evolution may suggest a strategy for tackling cancer. #ScienceMagArchives scim.ag/2Uw
    Although many researchers and powerful Kansas politicians have supported the project, some scientists, residents, and farm groups have voiced concerns about handling pathogens dangerous to livestock and humans in the nation’s agricultural heartland. https://scim.ag/2Uu
    Although many researchers and powerful Kansas politicians have supported the project, some scientists, residents, and farm groups have voiced concerns about handling pathogens dangerous to livestock and humans in the nation’s agricultural heartland. scim.ag/2Uu
    The NIH says it has brought more than 200 tardy investigators into compliance since July 2022. https://scim.ag/2Ut
    The NIH says it has brought more than 200 tardy investigators into compliance since July 2022. scim.ag/2Ut
    A wireless device, attached to a bee’s back, accurately tracked the insect’s location in flight and may one day allow physicians to remotely track medical devices inside patients. https://scim.ag/2Ur
    A wireless device, attached to a bee’s back, accurately tracked the insect’s location in flight and may one day allow physicians to remotely track medical devices inside patients. scim.ag/2Ur
    Since first evolving 350 million years ago, the tongue has taken myriad forms, unlocking new niches and boosting the diversity of life. Learn more: https://scim.ag/2Up @ScienceVisuals
    Since first evolving 350 million years ago, the tongue has taken myriad forms, unlocking new niches and boosting the diversity of life. scim.ag/2Up @ScienceVisuals
  • Open

    Urinary tract infections (UTIs) reoccur easily, in part, because resident memory T (TRM) cells are slow to establish immune memory, finds a new @SciImmunology study in mice. https://scim.ag/2Vg
    Urinary tract infections (UTIs) reoccur easily, in part, because resident memory T (TRM) cells are slow to establish immune memory, finds a new @SciImmunology study in mice. scim.ag/2Vg
    A recent Science study considers the wide-ranging effects that transposable elements impose on the genomic architecture of placental mammals. https://scim.ag/2Vc #Zoonomia
    A recent Science study considers the wide-ranging effects that transposable elements impose on the genomic architecture of placental mammals. scim.ag/2Vc #Zoonomia
    RT by @ScienceMagazine: This week's new issue of #ScienceTranslationalMedicine is here!  A preclinical study explores why dengue infections can worsen future Zika infections, a small molecule smooths skin toxicities from chemotherapy, and more. https://scim.ag/2V7
    This week's new issue of #ScienceTranslationalMedicine is here!  scim.ag/2V7
    The #liver has an uncanny ability to repair and regenerate itself, and new research in mice suggests that the suppression of #cholesterol synthesis by the protein UHRF2 could be important for the process. @SciSignal https://scim.ag/2V3
    The #liver has an uncanny ability to repair and regenerate itself, and new research in mice suggests that the suppression of #cholesterol synthesis by the protein UHRF2 could be important for the process. @SciSignal scim.ag/2V3
    RT by @ScienceMagazine: To understand how the pancreatic tumor microenvironment contributes to disease progression, researchers have developed an experimental model allowing for direct, microscopic visualization of human pancreatic tumors. Learn more in this week’s issue: https://scim.ag/2V1
    To understand how the pancreatic tumor microenvironment contributes to disease progression, researchers have developed an experimental model allowing for direct, microscopic visualization of human pancreatic tumors. scim.ag/2V1
    “I'm constantly learning how to exist in this world as my true self.” #PrideMonth @ScienceCareers https://scim.ag/2US
    “I'm constantly learning how to exist in this world as my true self.” #PrideMonth @ScienceCareers scim.ag/2US
    Using a lentivirus to facilitate expression of an immune receptor antagonist into transplantable hematopoietic stem cells, researchers demonstrate a process that can ameliorate several IL-1-based autoimmune disorders in mice. https://scim.ag/2UN @ScienceTM
    Using a lentivirus to facilitate expression of an immune receptor antagonist into transplantable hematopoietic stem cells, researchers demonstrate a process that can ameliorate several IL-1-based autoimmune disorders in mice. scim.ag/2UN @ScienceTM
    New in Science: MRI data from more than 40,000 UK Biobank participants reveals the intertwined nature of heart and brain health in humans. The results could help identify new potential therapeutic targets. https://scim.ag/2UK
    New in Science: MRI data from more than 40,000 UK Biobank participants reveals the intertwined nature of heart and brain health in humans. scim.ag/2UK
    The evolution of the nervous system may have followed multiple paths and risen independently in two early lineages of animals, found a recent Science study in comb jellies. The results offer a new perspective on neuronal networks and neurotransmission. https://scim.ag/2UC
    The evolution of the nervous system may have followed multiple paths and risen independently in two early lineages of animals, found a recent Science study in comb jellies. scim.ag/2UC
    🐙 Indigenous narratives inform an ecologist’s ode to the octopus 🔢 Exploring the arms race between codemakers and codebreakers ❄️ A soul-searching account of a voyage to Antarctica Check out the 2023 summer reading list from @SciMagBooks: https://scim.ag/2UA
    🐙 Indigenous narratives inform an ecologist’s ode to the octopus @SciMagBooks: scim.ag/2UA
    Native Americans who lived in present-day central Alaska during the last ice age may have started freshwater fishing by around 13,000 years ago, suggests a new analysis in @ScienceAdvances. https://scim.ag/2Ux
    Native Americans who lived in present-day central Alaska during the last ice age may have started freshwater fishing by around 13,000 years ago, suggests a new analysis in @ScienceAdvances. scim.ag/2Ux
    In Science, researchers present a new method for achieving autonomous realignment and self-healing in multilayered soft electronic devices and robots. Learn more: https://scim.ag/2Uv
    In Science, researchers present a new method for achieving autonomous realignment and self-healing in multilayered soft electronic devices and robots. scim.ag/2Uv
    New in @ScienceTM: By analyzing the molecular landscape of bladder cancers in 327 patients, researchers have now identified three unique subtypes of tumors that show predictable responses to immunotherapy with the bacterium Bacillus Calmette-Guérin. https://scim.ag/2Us
    New in @ScienceTM: By analyzing the molecular landscape of bladder cancers in 327 patients, researchers have now identified three unique subtypes of tumors that show predictable responses to immunotherapy with the bacterium Bacillus Calmette-Guérin. scim.ag/2Us
    On the latest #SciencePodcast🎙️, @mhc205 talks with @RoopeKaaronen about how and why cultures use body-based measurements, such as arm lengths and hand spans. 🎧 Listen to this segment and more: https://scim.ag/2Uq
    On the latest #SciencePodcast🎙️, @mhc205 talks with @RoopeKaaronen about how and why cultures use body-based measurements, such as arm lengths and hand spans. scim.ag/2Uq
  • Open

    R to @gelliottmorris: the margin of error might even be bigger as for some reason the GSS is telling me the sample size for men ages 18-34 in 2022 was -8,750 people (yes, negative)
    the margin of error might even be bigger as for some reason the GSS is telling me the sample size for men ages 18-34 in 2022 was -8,750 people (yes, negative)
    i’m on my phone so excuse the chart quality, but here is that graph of conservative self-ID among young men but adding lines for liberals and moderates for context. margin of error here for each line is close to 10 points https://gssdataexplorer.norc.org/analysis_summary_export
    i’m on my phone so excuse the chart quality, but here is that graph of conservative self-ID among young men but adding lines for liberals and moderates for context. gssdataexplorer.norc.org/ana… nitter.net/kdrum/status/1666524028188909568#m
    my prior is that the Doug Burgum campaign does not have the legs to make it, but the announcement is certainly refreshing as far as GOP primary videos go. there is definitely a constituency for this… though i’m doubtful that it’s big enough to beat Trump
    my prior is that the Doug Burgum campaign does not have the legs to make it, but the announcement is certainly refreshing as far as GOP primary videos go. there is definitely a constituency for this… though i’m doubtful that it’s big enough to beat Trump nitter.net/williamjordann/status/1666461453128196097#m  ( 1 min )
    R to @gelliottmorris: as i expected…
    as i expected… nitter.net/n_stenhou/status/1666264142850805761#m
  • Open

    Researchers calculated that high-emitting countries, including the U.S., should pay $192 trillion in compensation to low-emitting nations https://trib.al/IxsnUJU
    Researchers calculated that high-emitting countries, including the U.S., should pay $192 trillion in compensation to low-emitting nations trib.al/IxsnUJU  ( 1 min )
    The terror bird was, well, clucking terrifying. Meet these "murder birds" on Science, Quickly’s mini-series on monster birds with host 🎙️ @flichtman. 🎧 Listen on @spotifypodcasts 🔗 https://bit.ly/3J3t0mR
    The terror bird was, well, clucking terrifying. @flichtman. @spotifypodcasts 🔗 bit.ly/3J3t0mR
    Neutrinos are bizarre and ubiquitous and may just break the rules of physics https://trib.al/K5myKRT
    Neutrinos are bizarre and ubiquitous and may just break the rules of physics trib.al/K5myKRT
    RT by @sciam: The bad news: Looks outside the window at the orange skies over NYC. The good news: The smoke should probably be less of an issue the rest of the summer. https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/how-long-will-wildfire-smoke-last-and-where-will-it-spread/
    The bad news: Looks outside the window at the orange skies over NYC. The good news: The smoke should probably be less of an issue the rest of the summer. scientificamerican.com/artic…
    Indigenous groups are developing data storage technology that gives users privacy and control. Could their work influence those fighting back against invasive apps? https://trib.al/ewC6xJc
    Indigenous groups are developing data storage technology that gives users privacy and control. Could their work influence those fighting back against invasive apps? trib.al/ewC6xJc
    Smoke from record-setting wildfires in Canada has blanketed parts of the eastern U.S., but shifting summer weather patterns should bring relief https://trib.al/SHnaSeu
    Smoke from record-setting wildfires in Canada has blanketed parts of the eastern U.S., but shifting summer weather patterns should bring relief trib.al/SHnaSeu  ( 1 min )
    RT by @sciam: Unhealthy wildfire smoke from the west is blanketing eastern cities today. How long will it stay, and where will it go next? @AndreaTWeather tells you, now at @sciam. https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/how-long-will-wildfire-smoke-last-and-where-will-it-spread/
    Unhealthy wildfire smoke from the west is blanketing eastern cities today. How long will it stay, and where will it go next? @AndreaTWeather tells you, now at @sciam. scientificamerican.com/artic…
    Researchers hope their work on racial health disparities will be a “call to action” https://trib.al/AbL2Sdf
    Researchers hope their work on racial health disparities will be a “call to action” trib.al/AbL2Sdf
    Extensive measures are taken to ensure water quality in public systems. Why not do the same for air? Read this 2022 piece on improving indoor air quality. https://trib.al/CSNjHXk
    Extensive measures are taken to ensure water quality in public systems. Why not do the same for air? trib.al/CSNjHXk
    Intense Canadian wildfires are sending smoke down to the U.S. This 2020 feature highlights an aerial campaign to understand the impacts of smoke exposure on human health. https://trib.al/3hcbCrw
    Intense Canadian wildfires are sending smoke down to the U.S. This 2020 feature highlights an aerial campaign to understand the impacts of smoke exposure on human health. trib.al/3hcbCrw
    The COVID pandemic put mRNA technology, long in development, to the test. Here's a look at how it might fight cancer and when it might reach patients https://trib.al/qTibMdJ
    The COVID pandemic put mRNA technology, long in development, to the test. Here's a look at how it might fight cancer and when it might reach patients trib.al/qTibMdJ  ( 1 min )
    Officially, these prehistoric birds are the dromornithids, but everyone who studies them calls them thunderbirds--and for good reason. https://trib.al/xF6hvS3
    Officially, these prehistoric birds are the dromornithids, but everyone who studies them calls them thunderbirds--and for good reason. trib.al/xF6hvS3
  • Open

    Are you a postdoc working in academia or industry? Share your career experiences with Nature https://go.nature.com/3qtFPAC
    Are you a postdoc working in academia or industry? Share your career experiences with Nature go.nature.com/3qtFPAC
    Futures sci-fi short story: Don’t feed the physicists https://go.nature.com/3oPrVrQ
    Futures sci-fi short story: Don’t feed the physicists go.nature.com/3oPrVrQ
    LGBTQIA+ Scientists mark the start of Pride Month by describing how colleagues and collaborators can better support them in lab and fieldwork settings. https://go.nature.com/3X19r4n
    LGBTQIA+ Scientists mark the start of Pride Month by describing how colleagues and collaborators can better support them in lab and fieldwork settings. go.nature.com/3X19r4n
    The Arctic Ocean will lose all summer sea ice in the coming decades, even if humans drastically cut carbon emissions. https://go.nature.com/3MTgCXJ
    The Arctic Ocean will lose all summer sea ice in the coming decades, even if humans drastically cut carbon emissions. go.nature.com/3MTgCXJ
    Editorial: Why Nature will not allow the use of generative AI in images and video https://go.nature.com/42sFnj9
    Editorial: Why Nature will not allow the use of generative AI in images and video go.nature.com/42sFnj9
    Humility, accountability and collectivity: "Everything we do — who we hire, who we collaborate with and how we take out the trash — we do with three values in mind," explains environmental scientist Max Liboiron. https://go.nature.com/3WRieG1
    Humility, accountability and collectivity: "Everything we do — who we hire, who we collaborate with and how we take out the trash — we do with three values in mind," explains environmental scientist Max Liboiron. go.nature.com/3WRieG1
    R to @Nature: Get this Briefing free in your inbox 📩 sign up at: https://www.nature.com/briefing/signup/?utm_source=twt_nnc&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=briefingthread
    Get this Briefing free in your inbox 📩 sign up at: nature.com/briefing/signup/?…
    R to @Nature: Today, we're celebrating the winners of the @WHO’s Health for All Film Festival. The filmmakers tackle complex subjects with impressive tact and creativity.
    Today, we're celebrating the winners of the @WHO’s Health for All Film Festival. The filmmakers tackle complex subjects with impressive tact and creativity. nitter.net/WHO/status/1666111890018258944#m
    R to @Nature: When a meteorite crashed into a New Jersey bedroom, "it was warm,” says the woman who found it. (via @sciam)
    When a meteorite crashed into a New Jersey bedroom, "it was warm,” says the woman who found it. (via @sciam)
    R to @Nature: The lasers that form part of the Very Large Telescope make sodium atoms in the atmosphere glow like artificial stars, allowing the telescope to correct for atmospheric distortion of the light from real stars. https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-023-01876-3?utm_source=twt_nnc&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=briefingthread
    The lasers that form part of the Very Large Telescope make sodium atoms in the atmosphere glow like artificial stars, allowing the telescope to correct for atmospheric distortion of the light from real stars. nature.com/articles/d41586-0…
    R to @Nature: Runner-up Miles Lizak’s 'Scientific enlightenment in the Stupid Questions Office' highlights the benefits of asking brave questions rather than claiming to know all the answers. https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-023-01856-7?utm_source=twt_nnc&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=briefingthread
    Runner-up Miles Lizak’s 'Scientific enlightenment in the Stupid Questions Office' highlights the benefits of asking brave questions rather than claiming to know all the answers. nature.com/articles/d41586-0…
    R to @Nature: In runner-up Evandro Ferrada’s 'The Eclosion Event', science and a research culture are transformed by limitless energy. https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-023-01854-9?utm_source=twt_nnc&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=briefingthread
    In runner-up Evandro Ferrada’s 'The Eclosion Event', science and a research culture are transformed by limitless energy. nature.com/articles/d41586-0…
    R to @Nature: Read the winning story by Katherine Ember: "Golden sunlight, no jacket, a gentle breeze. A fragment of human face in my bag.... Mornings like this are the reason I won’t be retiring any time soon." https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-023-01855-8?utm_source=twt_nnc&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=briefingthread
    Read the winning story by Katherine Ember: "Golden sunlight, no jacket, a gentle breeze. A fragment of human face in my bag.... Mornings like this are the reason I won’t be retiring any time soon." nature.com/articles/d41586-0…
    R to @Nature: In her book 'The Autumn Ghost', @wunschcritcare provides a detailed history of polio and its vaccines, iron lungs and the rise of anaesthesiology — a story that has rich parallels to the COVID-19 pandemic, writes reviewer @EricTopol. https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-023-01830-3?utm_source=twt_nnc&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=briefingthread
    In her book 'The Autumn Ghost', @wunschcritcare provides a detailed history of polio and its vaccines, iron lungs and the rise of anaesthesiology — a story that has rich parallels to the COVID-19 pandemic, writes reviewer @EricTopol. nature.com/articles/d41586-0…
    R to @Nature: Some have welcomed the plan as a much-needed incentive to conduct research in a country where most academics are focused on teaching. Critics argue that it rewards established researchers rather than encouraging those at earlier career stages. https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-023-01729-z?utm_source=twt_nnc&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=briefingthread
    Some have welcomed the plan as a much-needed incentive to conduct research in a country where most academics are focused on teaching. Critics argue that it rewards established researchers rather than encouraging those at earlier career stages. nature.com/articles/d41586-0…
    R to @Nature: The idea that there’s a connection between dementia and some viruses — such as the varicella zoster virus, which causes shingles — is controversial. But a preprint study offers tantalizing hints that shingles vaccination might cut the risk of dementia. https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-023-01824-1?utm_source=twt_nnc&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=briefingthread
    The idea that there’s a connection between dementia and some viruses — such as the varicella zoster virus, which causes shingles — is controversial. But a preprint study offers tantalizing hints that shingles vaccination might cut the risk of dementia. nature.com/articles/d41586-0…
    R to @Nature: “The fear is that this virus will produce a new variant that can compete with the current ones and is more severe”, says @AliHMokdad. https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-023-01872-7?utm_source=twt_nnc&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=briefingthread
    “The fear is that this virus will produce a new variant that can compete with the current ones and is more severe”, says @AliHMokdad. nature.com/articles/d41586-0…
    R to @Nature: An innovative science advisory panel has been instrumental in securing the release of Kathleen Folbigg, who spent 20 years in jail in Australia for killing her four infant children. https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-023-01871-8?utm_source=twt_nnc&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=briefingthread
    An innovative science advisory panel has been instrumental in securing the release of Kathleen Folbigg, who spent 20 years in jail in Australia for killing her four infant children. nature.com/articles/d41586-0…
    R to @Nature: With the death of six cheetahs in eight months, the long-term viability of a transcontinental cheetah conservation programme is in question. https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-023-01861-w?utm_source=twt_nnc&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=briefingthread
    With the death of six cheetahs in eight months, the long-term viability of a transcontinental cheetah conservation programme is in question. nature.com/articles/d41586-0…
  • Open

    We’re continuing to add great features to Bard.
    We’re continuing to add great features to Bard. nitter.net/JackK/status/1666484702382002176#m
  • Open

    RT by @tetraduzione: 🔥 NEW PODCAST EPISODE: @predibase CEO, @w4nderlus7 and @FeatureformML CEO @simba_khadder discuss all things declarative ML, #LLMs, and even the amazing crab 🦀! Check it out here: https://bit.ly/3IYTxSj #MLOps #DeclarativeML
    🔥 NEW PODCAST EPISODE: @predibase CEO, @w4nderlus7 and @FeatureformML CEO @simba_khadder discuss all things declarative ML, #LLMs, and even the amazing crab 🦀! bit.ly/3IYTxSj #MLOps #DeclarativeML
    RT by @tetraduzione: Today, I’m excited to introduce @DeepMind's AlphaDev, published in @Nature. It discovered faster sorting and hashing algorithms which have been released in standard open source libraries. But how does AlphaDev works? 🧵 http://dpmd.ai/3MMdUmE
    Today, I’m excited to introduce @DeepMind's AlphaDev, published in @Nature. It discovered faster sorting and hashing algorithms which have been released in standard open source libraries. But how does AlphaDev works? 🧵 dpmd.ai/3MMdUmE
    RT by @tetraduzione: We updated the manuscript to incorporate the reviewer comments and made our code public. Arxiv: http://arxiv.org/abs/2301.11355 GH: https://github.com/noegroup/rigid-flows See thread below for details 👇 #ICML2023 #MachineLearning
    We updated the manuscript to incorporate the reviewer comments and made our code public. arxiv.org/abs/2301.11355 github.com/noegroup/rigid-fl… #ICML2023 #MachineLearning nitter.net/jonkhler/status/1650781637934809089#m
  • Open

    reminder to look into who funds the research you come across just as much as you do the sources they cite
    reminder to look into who funds the research you come across just as much as you do the sources they cite
  • Open

    Simone Inzaghi is fairly unusual as (a) a former striker coaching at a high level & (b) a coach who almost always uses two strikers. Here's a look at the relationship between those two things, and how opponents often struggle to deal with his front two. https://theathletic.com/4585738/2023/06/07/inter-champions-league-final-strikers/
    Simone Inzaghi is fairly unusual as (a) a former striker coaching at a high level & (b) a coach who almost always uses two strikers. Here's a look at the relationship between those two things, and how opponents often struggle to deal with his front two. theathletic.com/4585738/2023…
    Points won by the side who finished 18th this season. Ligue 1: 26. Serie A: 31. Premier League: 34. La Liga: 40. A huge range.
    Points won by the side who finished 18th this season. Ligue 1: 26. Serie A: 31. Premier League: 34. La Liga: 40. A huge range.
  • Open

    RT by @SingularMattrix: 🌟Announcing "Lineax" - our newest #JAX library! For fast linear solves and least squares. GitHub: https://github.com/google/lineax * Fast compile time * Fast runtime * Efficient new algorithms (e.g. QR) + existing ones (GMRES, LU, SVD, ...) * Support for general linear operators🔥 1/
    🌟Announcing "Lineax" - our newest #JAX library! For fast linear solves and least squares. github.com/google/lineax * Fast compile time * Fast runtime * Efficient new algorithms (e.g. QR) + existing ones (GMRES, LU, SVD, ...) * Support for general linear operators🔥 1/
    RT by @SingularMattrix: Check out the recent updates to PGMax, our JAX package for implementing large discrete probabilistic graphical models. It can now solve the smooth dual of LP relaxation of MAP problems orders faster than LP solvers, & more 1/6 https://github.com/deepmind/PGMax
    Check out the recent updates to PGMax, our JAX package for implementing large discrete probabilistic graphical models. It can now solve the smooth dual of LP relaxation of MAP problems orders faster than LP solvers, & more 1/6 github.com/deepmind/PGMax
  • Open

    New blog tomorrow on a European club that I've never reviewed before 👍
    New blog tomorrow on a European club that I've never reviewed before 👍
  • Open

    you name your porno site "dog fart network" an d expect people to jack off to it. no wonder nyc is engulfed in poison right now
    you name your porno site "dog fart network" an d expect people to jack off to it. no wonder nyc is engulfed in poison right now
  • Open

    Throw back to one little AGI (daughter) feeding other little AGIs — somewhere in an ashram in haridwar a few months ago. She has no priors about acts of service and what it means, but felt incredibly excited to keep at it. Why? What is it about the agent-agent sharing experiences that makes it intrinsically rewarding? What will make AGI have such emergent intrinsic rewards leading to empathy? One is obviously imitation learning but that is not enough. The act of dissolving the agent and environment boundary is at the core of feeling good about such an action — this dissolution feels more empowering and therefore blissful. Similarly if an AGI were to maximize this agent-environment dissolution boundary then we would get to emergent empathy. This is optimal for an AGI because it would end up maximizing its coverage in the environment while consuming as little energy as possible. Any duality between the agent and the environment means there is some internal thought or action — this requires compute flops. Killing a human is suboptimal for similar reasons — it is unnecessarily compute inefficient and destroys valuable information that is very hard to reconstruct. I feel like there is a principle here to solve the AGI alignment problem.
    Throw back to one little AGI (daughter) feeding other little AGIs — somewhere in an ashram in haridwar a few months ago. She has no priors about acts of service and what it means, but felt incredibly excited to keep at it. Why? What is it about the agent-agent sharing experiences that makes it intrinsically rewarding? What will make AGI have such emergent intrinsic rewards leading to empathy? One is obviously imitation learning but that is not enough. The act of dissolving the agent and environment boundary is at the core of feeling good about such an action — this dissolution feels more empowering and therefore blissful. Similarly if an AGI were to maximize this agent-environment dissolution boundary then we would get to emergent empathy. This is optimal for an AGI because it would end up maximizing its coverage in the environment while consuming as little energy as possible. Any duality between the agent and the environment means there is some internal thought or action — this requires compute flops. Killing a human is suboptimal for similar reasons — it is unnecessarily compute inefficient and destroys valuable information that is very hard to reconstruct. I feel like there is a principle here to solve the AGI alignment problem.
    On my way to #LATechWeek. DMs open if you want to talk about @CSM_ai
    On my way to #LATechWeek. DMs open if you want to talk about @CSM_ai

  • Open

    re: this chart (1) most 18 yr olds know very little about politics, so excluding “moderates” likely changes conclusions here (2) ideological ID is not policy prefs — bet that looks more liberal for HS boys (3) are edu polarization & the gender attainment gap upstream of this?
    re: this chart nitter.net/dcoxpolls/status/1666076705503555584#m
    someone should make a chart of smoothed quarterly change in these variables + gas prices since 2021
    someone should make a chart of smoothed quarterly change in these variables + gas prices since 2021 nitter.net/chrislhayes/status/1666165463330455554#m
    go back 90 years and the big concern was opinion polls would ruin democracy. in 1960 skeptics worried about regression. then came the microtargeting scare. none of these technologies destabilized our democracy. while LLMs are new, and evolving, moral panics are an old past time
    go back 90 years and the big concern was opinion polls would ruin democracy. in 1960 skeptics worried about regression. then came the microtargeting scare. none of these technologies destabilized our democracy. nitter.net/jon_m_rob/status/1666132852877012996#m
  • Open

    Nonfarm employment up 339,000 in May 2023 https://www.bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/nonfarm-employment-up-339000-in-may-2023.htm #BLSdata
    Nonfarm employment up 339,000 in May 2023 bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/nonfar… #BLSdata
    Nonfarm employment up 339,000 in May 2023 https://www.bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/nonfarm-employment-up-339000-in-may-2023.htm #BLSdata
    Nonfarm employment up 339,000 in May 2023 bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/nonfar… #BLSdata
    Four personal tax liabilities trends that have emerged from recent tax legislation https://www.bls.gov/opub/btn/volume-12/four-personal-tax-trends.htm #BLSdata
    Four personal tax liabilities trends that have emerged from recent tax legislation bls.gov/opub/btn/volume-12/f… #BLSdata
  • Open

    With a hint of caramel from toasted sugar, Belgian cassonade, or light brown sugar, this Swiss meringue–based chocolate frosting is rich, complex, and none too sweet. https://www.seriouseats.com/chocolate-swiss-buttercream?taid=647fba8bdb776900014b24c2&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    With a hint of caramel from toasted sugar, Belgian cassonade, or light brown sugar, this Swiss meringue–based chocolate frosting is rich, complex, and none too sweet. seriouseats.com/chocolate-sw…
    We tasted 17 instant coffees to find out which ones were the sweetest, most balanced, and had the most complex flavors. https://www.seriouseats.com/best-instant-coffee-7506045?taid=647fac7bcf93b30001f183c3&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    We tasted 17 instant coffees to find out which ones were the sweetest, most balanced, and had the most complex flavors. seriouseats.com/best-instant…
    Blue Moon ice cream and its Smurf counterpart are sweet, sweet, sweet and bright blue. If either of these things are a turnoff, you might leave this flavor to the kiddos and the young at heart. Anyone left standing grab a spoon and dig in! https://www.seriouseats.com/blue-moon-ice-cream-recipe?taid=647f9e6fd4faf00001394b77&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Blue Moon ice cream and its Smurf counterpart are sweet, sweet, sweet and bright blue. If either of these things are a turnoff, you might leave this flavor to the kiddos and the young at heart. Anyone left standing grab a spoon and dig in! seriouseats.com/blue-moon-ic…
    This deep fryer heats oil consistently, is easy to use, and has a built-in oil filter and drain. https://www.seriouseats.com/all-clad-deep-fryer-review-7507265?taid=647f8262f01664000107affd&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    This deep fryer heats oil consistently, is easy to use, and has a built-in oil filter and drain. seriouseats.com/all-clad-dee…
    This utterly faithful recipe perfectly recreates a New York City halal-cart classic. https://www.seriouseats.com/serious-eats-halal-cart-style-chicken-and-rice-white-sauce-recipe?taid=647f7452ab5b670001f7e521&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    This utterly faithful recipe perfectly recreates a New York City halal-cart classic. seriouseats.com/serious-eats…
    After testing 10 tea infusers, we have top picks for both ball tea infusers and basket tea infusers. https://www.seriouseats.com/best-tea-infusers-7500581?taid=647f661bd4faf000013938b2&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    After testing 10 tea infusers, we have top picks for both ball tea infusers and basket tea infusers. seriouseats.com/best-tea-inf…
    This famed seafood-and-meat paella may not be traditional, but it's a favorite of diners all over the world for good reason. The grill makes it possible to cook one big enough for a crowd at home. https://www.seriouseats.com/grilled-paella-mixta-mixed-paella-with-chicken-and-seafood?taid=647f49faf016640001079799&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    This famed seafood-and-meat paella may not be traditional, but it's a favorite of diners all over the world for good reason. The grill makes it possible to cook one big enough for a crowd at home. seriouseats.com/grilled-pael…
    After many hours at low heat in a smoker, pork shoulder comes out silky, tender, with a crusty and crunchy bark, and ready for shredding into terrific pulled pork. https://www.seriouseats.com/real-barbecued-pulled-pork?taid=647f3beadb776900014af128&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    After many hours at low heat in a smoker, pork shoulder comes out silky, tender, with a crusty and crunchy bark, and ready for shredding into terrific pulled pork. seriouseats.com/real-barbecu…
    This gazpacho recipe calls for salting and draining the vegetables and then freezing them, which helps extract flavorful juices from their cellular structure. https://www.seriouseats.com/andalusian-gazpacho-recipe?taid=647e8527cf93b30001f11d40&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    This gazpacho recipe calls for salting and draining the vegetables and then freezing them, which helps extract flavorful juices from their cellular structure. seriouseats.com/andalusian-g…
  • Open

    R to @steak_umm: sent from my apartment
    sent from my apartment
    people want what they couldn’t have as kids which means the next generation will be obsessed with affordable housing
    people want what they couldn’t have as kids which means the next generation will be obsessed with affordable housing
  • Open

    The controversial research should be destigmatized, the NASA-appointed panel said. https://scim.ag/2Uo
    The controversial research should be destigmatized, the NASA-appointed panel said. scim.ag/2Uo
    Unlike other primates, young mountain gorillas who lose a parent or have disrupted families live just as long as their peers. https://scim.ag/2Uk
    Unlike other primates, young mountain gorillas who lose a parent or have disrupted families live just as long as their peers. scim.ag/2Uk
  • Open

    RT by @ground_guru: This is the best insight into Ange that you're going to get. Brilliant webinar
    This is the best insight into Ange that you're going to get. Brilliant webinar nitter.net/ground_guru/status/1665417781876072449#m
    RT by @ground_guru: Absolutely horrible news feeing for all my former colleagues, players and backroom staff alike
    Absolutely horrible news feeing for all my former colleagues, players and backroom staff alike nitter.net/londonirish/status/1666149246863568898#m
    RT by @ground_guru: Very insightful and thought provoking presentations. Great speakers - great day!
    Very insightful and thought provoking presentations. Great speakers - great day! nitter.net/ground_guru/status/1666152251377713180#m
    RT by @ground_guru: Thanks for inviting me and how professionally the event was organised.
    Thanks for inviting me and how professionally the event was organised.
    Thank you to everyone who attended today's Youth Development Webinar - and to our brilliant speakers + sponsors @veotechnologies @jeff_weigh @DeasunO @jackbraz29 @perrywalters10 @mathlacome
    Thank you to everyone who attended today's Youth Development Webinar - and to our brilliant speakers + sponsors @veotechnologies @jeff_weigh @DeasunO @jackbraz29 @perrywalters10 @mathlacome
    RT by @ground_guru: Fascinating interview for any Spurs fans to listen to. I’m off to run through several brick walls for Ange Postecoglou. #THFC #COYS
    Fascinating interview for any Spurs fans to listen to. I’m off to run through several brick walls for Ange Postecoglou. #THFC #COYS nitter.net/ground_guru/status/1665417781876072449#m
    RT by @ground_guru: Per chi volesse approfondire la questione del ruolo del campo di data science nel calcio e nello sport in generale, consiglio di ascoltare questa intervista a Luke Bornn, fondatore di Zelus. Almeno vi risparmiate i discorsi sul Moneyball campati in aria https://trainingground.guru/articles/luke-bornn-the-future-of-data-science-in-football
    Per chi volesse approfondire la questione del ruolo del campo di data science nel calcio e nello sport in generale, consiglio di ascoltare questa intervista a Luke Bornn, fondatore di Zelus. Almeno vi risparmiate i discorsi sul Moneyball campati in aria trainingground.guru/articles…
    🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸 Final presentation of a busy day at the Youth Development Webinar: #9: Carlos Casal Lopez ~ @LaLigaEN 10-Year Plan For Academies
    🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸 @LaLigaEN 10-Year Plan For Academies
    RT by @ground_guru: Carlos Casal Lopez, Football Programs Leader from @LaLiga sharing insights about 'LaLiga's 10 year plan for Academies' as part of our Youth Development Webinar. @ground_guru
    Carlos Casal Lopez, Football Programs Leader from @LaLiga sharing insights about 'LaLiga's 10 year plan for Academies' as part of our Youth Development Webinar. @ground_guru
    RT by @ground_guru: Enjoyable final presentation at the @ground_guru Youth Development Webinar!
    Enjoyable final presentation at the @ground_guru Youth Development Webinar!
    RT by @ground_guru: Brilliant presentation from Tom Hocking at the @ground_guru Youth Development Webinar.
    Brilliant presentation from Tom Hocking at the @ground_guru Youth Development Webinar.
    Youth Development Webinar #8: Tom Hocking ~ Video Analysis @WolvesAcademy @veotechnologies
    Youth Development Webinar @WolvesAcademy @veotechnologies
    RT by @ground_guru: Tom Hocking, First team Assistant Performance Analyst @Wolves sharing insights into 'Video analysis at Wolves Academy' as part of our Youth Development Webinar. @ground_guru
    Tom Hocking, First team Assistant Performance Analyst @Wolves sharing insights into 'Video analysis at Wolves Academy' as part of our Youth Development Webinar. @ground_guru
    RT by @ground_guru: Phenomenal presentation by Andy Goldie on the work ongoing @swans_academy as part of the @ground_guru Youth Development Webinar 👍
    Phenomenal presentation by Andy Goldie on the work ongoing @swans_academy as part of the @ground_guru Youth Development Webinar 👍
    RT by @ground_guru: Sunderland getting mentioned a lot in terms of what we should do. I agree, but know what it looks like. The sporting director runs the club. Sets the philosophy and culture throughout. Employs a head coach, data & recruitment team Read 👇👇👇👇 https://trainingground.guru/articles/james-young-the-role-of-data-in-sunderlands-brave-new-world
    Sunderland getting mentioned a lot in terms of what we should do. trainingground.guru/articles…
  • Open

    "Navigating academia as a young mother is hard, but it's also rewarding." In this #ScienceWorkingLife, a #PhD student wrote that her daughters have benefited from her pursuit of higher education. https://scim.ag/2Ul #NationalHigherEducationDay @ScienceCareers
    "Navigating academia as a young mother is hard, but it's also rewarding." #ScienceWorkingLife, a #PhD student wrote that her daughters have benefited from her pursuit of higher education. scim.ag/2Ul #NationalHigherEducationDay @ScienceCareers
    RT by @ScienceMagazine: Don’t miss this week’s new issue of #ScienceSignaling! Researchers show how a biochemical modification enables macrophages to neutralize tuberculosis, a mouse study demystifies the mechanisms behind brain swelling in stroke, and more. https://scim.ag/2Ui
    Don’t miss this week’s new issue of #ScienceSignaling! Researchers show how a biochemical modification enables macrophages to neutralize tuberculosis, a mouse study demystifies the mechanisms behind brain swelling in stroke, and more. scim.ag/2Ui
    A new Science study presents a method for #3Dprinting nanoscale optical-grade glass at 650°C—roughly 500°C lower than the sinter temperatures needed by other methods. The approach may help redefine the paradigm for free-form manufacturing of silica glass. https://scim.ag/2Ue
    A new Science study presents a method for #3Dprinting nanoscale optical-grade glass at 650°C—roughly 500°C lower than the sinter temperatures needed by other methods. scim.ag/2Ue
    A new @SciImmunology study involving human skin samples presents a spatial atlas of immune cells during psoriasis and health. https://scim.ag/2U8
    A new @SciImmunology study involving human skin samples presents a spatial atlas of immune cells during psoriasis and health. scim.ag/2U8
    R to @ScienceMagazine: By comparing reference genomes of 12 macaque species that together cover all the known macaque groups, researchers in @ScienceAdvances have uncovered an ancient hybrid origin of a macaque lineage. https://scim.ag/2SA #PrimateGenomes
    By comparing reference genomes of 12 macaque species that together cover all the known macaque groups, researchers in @ScienceAdvances have uncovered an ancient hybrid origin of a macaque lineage. scim.ag/2SA #PrimateGenomes
  • Open

    Senate Democrats' biggest hurdle in 2024 will be outrunning Biden's poor approval ratings. Don't miss @JessicaTaylor's latest data dive: https://www.cookpolitical.com/analysis/senate/senate-charts/senate-democrats-biggest-2024-challenge-outrunning-biden
    Senate Democrats' biggest hurdle in 2024 will be outrunning Biden's poor approval ratings. @JessicaTaylor's latest data dive: cookpolitical.com/analysis/s…
  • Open

    There is a deliberate and concentrated effort to prevent my posts from appearing on The News
    There is a deliberate and concentrated effort to prevent my posts from appearing on The News
    thinking about the insane tax breaks i'll get when i produce 10000 dog shit AI generated tv shows just to cancel them
    thinking about the insane tax breaks i'll get when i produce 10000 dog shit AI generated tv shows just to cancel them
  • Open

    It seems very likely that either Roberts or Thomas is writing in Allen v. Milligan, yes.
    It seems very likely that either Roberts or Thomas is writing in Allen v. Milligan, yes. nitter.net/whitnessing/status/1666157036973719578#m
  • Open

    R to @sciam: Read the full story by @kernhendricks to learn more. https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/a-rare-glimpse-into-afghanistans-spectacular-vanishing-forests/
    Read the full story by @kernhendricks to learn more. scientificamerican.com/artic…  ( 1 min )
    R to @sciam: Despite the grueling physical demands of his job, this logger only earns roughly 40 cents for each “sleeper”—a rectangular chunk of timber about a foot wide and eight feet long—that he cuts from the forest. He says he makes about $11 in an average day. https://bit.ly/3P0rmq4
    Despite the grueling physical demands of his job, this logger only earns roughly 40 cents for each “sleeper”—a rectangular chunk of timber about a foot wide and eight feet long—that he cuts from the forest. He says he makes about $11 in an average day. bit.ly/3P0rmq4
    R to @sciam: The deep green pine and cedar forests are often the only real resource available to the communities who live in them. https://bit.ly/3P0rmq4
    The deep green pine and cedar forests are often the only real resource available to the communities who live in them. bit.ly/3P0rmq4
    R to @sciam: Rising economic pressure is making it steadily harder to persuade people when it comes to choosing the health of forests over that of their families. https://bit.ly/3P0rmq4
    Rising economic pressure is making it steadily harder to persuade people when it comes to choosing the health of forests over that of their families. bit.ly/3P0rmq4
    Despite the timber trade’s central role in eastern Afghanistan’s economy, harvesting these vast woodlands comes at a steep cost to other resources, as well as to the local ecology. 🔗 https://bit.ly/3P0rmq4 📸 @kernhendricks
    Despite the timber trade’s central role in eastern Afghanistan’s economy, harvesting these vast woodlands comes at a steep cost to other resources, as well as to the local ecology. bit.ly/3P0rmq4 @kernhendricks  ( 1 min )
    Thunderbirds were a big deal—so why did they die out? Learn how the prehistoric dromornithids earned their nickname in the third episode of Science, Quickly’s mini-series on monster birds with host 🎙️ @flichtman. 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://bit.ly/43ngvuB
    Thunderbirds were a big deal—so why did they die out? @flichtman. bit.ly/43ngvuB
    Hvaldi, a juvenile beluga whale likely used as a Russian spy, has become so accustomed to human interaction that he's putting himself in danger and urgently needs our help | Opinion https://trib.al/v5d7pDG
    Hvaldi, a juvenile beluga whale likely used as a Russian spy, has become so accustomed to human interaction that he's putting himself in danger and urgently needs our help | Opinion trib.al/v5d7pDG  ( 1 min )
    A new tool that tracks military deployments to climate disasters could shed light on how the traditional war-fighting mission is evolving under a warming climate https://trib.al/Wr7Ksf5
    A new tool that tracks military deployments to climate disasters could shed light on how the traditional war-fighting mission is evolving under a warming climate trib.al/Wr7Ksf5
  • Open

    R to @DavidDuvenaud: In any case, I learned a lot from this conversation, thank you Robin and Agnes! Here is the blog post Robin posted after our discussion, which lays our his arguments more fully: https://www.overcomingbias.com/p/to-imagine-ai-imagine-no-ai
    In any case, I learned a lot from this conversation, thank you Robin and Agnes! overcomingbias.com/p/to-imag…
    R to @DavidDuvenaud: I now want to investigate: 1) Which of my values will likely be preserved even under competitive pressure? Friendship? Jokes? Child-rearing? 2) Can we hope to preserve non-functional values more faithfully than today's historical re-enactments and arbitrary-feeling traditions?
    I now want to investigate: 1) Which of my values will likely be preserved even under competitive pressure? Friendship? Jokes? Child-rearing? 2) Can we hope to preserve non-functional values more faithfully than today's historical re-enactments and arbitrary-feeling traditions?
    R to @DavidDuvenaud: Agnes points out that we are glad our ancestors didn't lock in their values, so we should let them improve more. I say, no, by definition, any change from our current values is bad, according to us. Though we can expect to better be able to fulfill them in the future.
    Agnes points out that we are glad our ancestors didn't lock in their values, so we should let them improve more. I say, no, by definition, any change from our current values is bad, according to us. Though we can expect to better be able to fulfill them in the future.
    R to @DavidDuvenaud: Robin said trying to preserve values (aka alignment) requires permanent mind-control, which is distasteful and hard. I said we are doing alignment anyways, and when done well it just looks like something born wanting wanting what we want. E.g. Dogs born wanting to help humans.
    Robin said trying to preserve values (aka alignment) requires permanent mind-control, which is distasteful and hard. I said we are doing alignment anyways, and when done well it just looks like something born wanting wanting what we want. E.g. Dogs born wanting to help humans.
    R to @DavidDuvenaud: We agreed that: 1) Competition will naturally cause our descendants to be alien to us, whether human or machine. 2) Stopping this would require a world government restricting growth. This approach has a terrible track record.
    We agreed that: 1) Competition will naturally cause our descendants to be alien to us, whether human or machine. 2) Stopping this would require a world government restricting growth. This approach has a terrible track record.
    I discussed the future of humanity, value preservation, and controlling our descendants with @robinhanson and @AgnesCallard. Robin's main point: Trying to preserving all our values might require neutering our descendants' ability to grow. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WGxv1TcazIc
    I discussed the future of humanity, value preservation, and controlling our descendants with @robinhanson and @AgnesCallard. piped.video/watch?v=WGxv1Tca…
  • Open

    There are still 6 days to submit your works on #Tractable #Probabilistic #Models at the #TPM2023 workshop at #UAI2023 @UncertaintyInAI 👉https://tractable-probabilistic-modeling.github.io/tpm2023/cfp/ 🗓️Deadline: June 12th, 2023 AoE #probabilistic #circuits #normalizing #flows #pgm
    There are still 6 days to submit your works on #Tractable #Probabilistic #Models at the #TPM2023 workshop at #UAI2023 @UncertaintyInAI tractable-probabilistic-mode… #probabilistic #circuits #normalizing #flows #pgm
    RT by @tetraduzione: Antonio is the best! Join us at @InfAtEd @EdinburghUni!
    Antonio is the best! Join us at @InfAtEd @EdinburghUni! nitter.net/tetraduzione/status/1664725605877727234#m
  • Open

    RT by @SingularMattrix: Finally Jax+Metal! It seems that the opening and modularisation of XLA is starting to pay off... https://developer.apple.com/metal/jax/ Let's hope Apple open sources it..
    Finally Jax+Metal! developer.apple.com/metal/ja… Let's hope Apple open sources it..  ( 1 min )
  • Open

    RT by @pixelatedboat: my debut full-length graphic novel BOYS WEEKEND is out TODAY. i'm so excited and nervous for this thing to finally, finally be out in the world and for people to read it. if you like my work, it would mean a hell of a lot to me if you got one. http://boysweekend.biz
    my debut full-length graphic novel BOYS WEEKEND is out TODAY. i'm so excited and nervous for this thing to finally, finally be out in the world and for people to read it. if you like my work, it would mean a hell of a lot to me if you got one. boysweekend.biz
  • Open

    This article acknowledges that Nazi-branded units are a major part of Ukraine's forces, but doesn't tell us whether they take orders from the country's president. Since he's Jewish, I'm guessing they don't! Seems like a big problem. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/06/05/world/europe/nazi-symbols-ukraine.html?smid=tw-share
    This article acknowledges that Nazi-branded units are a major part of Ukraine's forces, but doesn't tell us whether they take orders from the country's president. Since he's Jewish, I'm guessing they don't! Seems like a big problem. nytimes.com/2023/06/05/world…
    tmblr.co/ZuM2KydxhSq6ee00
    tmblr.co/ZuM2KydxhSq6ee00
  • Open

    …and here’s one from last year about Ange Postecoglou.
    …and here’s one from last year about Ange Postecoglou. nitter.net/guardian_sport/status/1666032092575068161#m
    Here’s this week’s cartoon for @guardian_sport https://www.theguardian.com/football/ng-interactive/2023/jun/06/david-squires-on-manchester-city-beating-united-to-win-the-fa-cup-final
    Here’s this week’s cartoon for @guardian_sport theguardian.com/football/ng-…
  • Open

    Financial comparison of tomorrow evening's UEFA Europa Conference League finalists. On paper West Ham have a clear advantage over Fiorentina, but they still need to do the business on the pitch #WHUFC #Fiorentina #ACFFiorentina
    Financial comparison of tomorrow evening's UEFA Europa Conference League finalists. On paper West Ham have a clear advantage over Fiorentina, but they still need to do the business on the pitch #WHUFC #Fiorentina #ACFFiorentina
  • Open

    Runner-up of this year's science-fiction essay competition co-sponsored by Nature and @EULIFE_news: The Stupid Questions Office https://go.nature.com/43F3cW2
    Runner-up of this year's science-fiction essay competition co-sponsored by Nature and @EULIFE_news: The Stupid Questions Office go.nature.com/43F3cW2

  • Open

    pricey but very cool as far as i’m concerned. y’all will be able to read 538 in three dimensions
    pricey but very cool as far as i’m concerned. y’all will be able to read 538 in three dimensions nitter.net/TechCrunch/status/1665812712771948546#m
    can’t tell you how many times i’ve had a conversation with an academic and they reference their “database” of research that’s just two (unlinked) excel files
    can’t tell you how many times i’ve had a conversation with an academic and they reference their “database” of research that’s just two (unlinked) excel files nitter.net/mjskay/status/1665729174214963200#m
    R to @gelliottmorris: another lesson in: not everything has to be statistics
    another lesson in: not everything has to be statistics
    not to be such a nerd but i think this is not a job for a “database.” a key mistake many data analysts make after finding a weak trend in easy to measure constructs is ignoring other variables (in this case, actual historical analysis) that explain deviation from the average
    not to be such a nerd but i think this is not a job for a “database.” a key mistake many data analysts make after finding a weak trend in easy to measure constructs is ignoring other variables (in this case, actual historical analysis) that explain deviation from the average nitter.net/jbouie/status/1665699127160631296#m
    one of my favorite memories from The Economist is when we took our us politics fellow out for drinks and made him name a senator from every state, and then he proceeded to name all 100 of them. legend
    one of my favorite memories from The Economist is when we took our us politics fellow out for drinks and made him name a senator from every state, and then he proceeded to name all 100 of them. legend nitter.net/jlazarus001/status/1665495017115271168#m
    empirically speaking, i would not have tweeted this based on the available evidence
    empirically speaking, i would not have tweeted this based on the available evidence nitter.net/jack/status/1665460519719895042#m
    if only there were a way for interested parties to talk to many voters about important topics at a high frequency, in an efficient manner, and in a way that (somewhat) ensured they represent the views of broader population…
    if only there were a way for interested parties to talk to many voters about important topics at a high frequency, in an efficient manner, and in a way that (somewhat) ensured they represent the views of broader population… nitter.net/semaforben/status/1665518271821500416#m
  • Open

    "Ultimately, we want to produce fruit from tomato meristem cells — undifferentiated cells from which new plant organs can grow — and skip using a plant entirely," explains Lucas van der Zee. https://go.nature.com/3CiPMTP
    "Ultimately, we want to produce fruit from tomato meristem cells — undifferentiated cells from which new plant organs can grow — and skip using a plant entirely," explains Lucas van der Zee. go.nature.com/3CiPMTP
    "Now is a crucial time for scientists and the public to educate state and local decision makers about how acutely we need wetlands," writes @swamp_prof. https://go.nature.com/440E64j
    "Now is a crucial time for scientists and the public to educate state and local decision makers about how acutely we need wetlands," writes @swamp_prof. go.nature.com/440E64j
    “The more we understand about primate genomics, the more we’ll understand about human genomics,” says @BioanthBehie. https://go.nature.com/3WS3wOQ
    “The more we understand about primate genomics, the more we’ll understand about human genomics,” says @BioanthBehie. go.nature.com/3WS3wOQ
    Winner of this year's science-fiction essay competition co-sponsored by Nature and @EULIFE_news: Human/Nature https://go.nature.com/3oL84do
    Winner of this year's science-fiction essay competition co-sponsored by Nature and @EULIFE_news: Human/Nature go.nature.com/3oL84do
    “As we kept sampling, we kept seeing more diversity and more bacteria,” says marine microbiologist Pierre Galand. https://go.nature.com/3CaSQRZ
    “As we kept sampling, we kept seeing more diversity and more bacteria,” says marine microbiologist Pierre Galand. go.nature.com/3CaSQRZ
    After 60 years of searching, mathematicians might have finally found a true single ‘aperiodic’ tile — a shape that can cover an infinite plane, but never make a repeating pattern https://go.nature.com/3Cd8hcv
    After 60 years of searching, mathematicians might have finally found a true single ‘aperiodic’ tile — a shape that can cover an infinite plane, but never make a repeating pattern go.nature.com/3Cd8hcv
    RT by @Nature: What does the US Supreme Court's Sackett v. EPA decision mean for wetlands, and what can you do about it? 🧵 on @swamp_prof's piece https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-023-01827-y
    What does the US Supreme Court's Sackett v. EPA decision mean for wetlands, and what can you do about it? 🧵 on @swamp_prof's piece nature.com/articles/d41586-0…
    “Women in science are survivors. We are still here and doing outstanding work despite having to waste our time, energy and intelligence to fight,” said one of the respondent replying to Nature’s International Women’s Day poll. https://go.nature.com/3Cc1j7v
    “Women in science are survivors. We are still here and doing outstanding work despite having to waste our time, energy and intelligence to fight,” said one of the respondent replying to Nature’s International Women’s Day poll. go.nature.com/3Cc1j7v
    The first gene therapy for muscular dystrophy nears approval, but will it work? https://go.nature.com/43Cl6sq
    The first gene therapy for muscular dystrophy nears approval, but will it work? go.nature.com/43Cl6sq
    Colombia’s ‘cocaine hippos’ are all descendants of three females and one male illegally imported by drug-cartel leader Pablo Escobar. After he died in the 1993, the hippos escaped from his estate and established themselves in the Magdalena River. https://go.nature.com/43CzLVb
    Colombia’s ‘cocaine hippos’ are all descendants of three females and one male illegally imported by drug-cartel leader Pablo Escobar. After he died in the 1993, the hippos escaped from his estate and established themselves in the Magdalena River. go.nature.com/43CzLVb
    Runner-up of this year's science-fiction essay competition co-sponsored by Nature and @EULIFE_news: The Eclosion Event https://go.nature.com/3oQaYgU
    Runner-up of this year's science-fiction essay competition co-sponsored by Nature and @EULIFE_news: The Eclosion Event go.nature.com/3oQaYgU
    There’s a cyclone raging at the north pole of Uranus https://go.nature.com/45NauZF
    There’s a cyclone raging at the north pole of Uranus go.nature.com/45NauZF
    Astrophysicist Frank Hsia-San Shu made seminal contributions to the understanding of galaxies and star formation, leaving a legacy of scientific work characterized by originality and deep insight. https://go.nature.com/3P0S1Db
    Astrophysicist Frank Hsia-San Shu made seminal contributions to the understanding of galaxies and star formation, leaving a legacy of scientific work characterized by originality and deep insight. go.nature.com/3P0S1Db
    Five of the best science books this week https://go.nature.com/3qtuAIj
    Five of the best science books this week go.nature.com/3qtuAIj
    Chatbots can debug and annotate code, translate programming languages and perform boilerplate operations. At the same time, ChatGPT "is also a robot with no consciousness, agency, morality, embodied cognition or emotional inner life,” says @amyjko. https://go.nature.com/3MU41DA
    Chatbots can debug and annotate code, translate programming languages and perform boilerplate operations. At the same time, ChatGPT "is also a robot with no consciousness, agency, morality, embodied cognition or emotional inner life,” says @amyjko. go.nature.com/3MU41DA
  • Open

    Chicken piccata takes a beloved food—pan-fried chicken cutlets—and tops it with a simple but luxurious lemon-butter pan sauce. https://www.seriouseats.com/chicken-piccata-italian-fried-cutlet-recipe?taid=647e68fad4faf0000138ec34&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Chicken piccata takes a beloved food—pan-fried chicken cutlets—and tops it with a simple but luxurious lemon-butter pan sauce. seriouseats.com/chicken-picc…
    This take on mazemen, or "mixed noodles," a soup-less variation on ramen, incorporates powerfully savory XO sauce to make a flavorful ramen that takes all of five minutes to prepare. https://www.seriouseats.com/xo-mazemen-recipe?taid=647e5aeacf93b30001f10e3b&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    This take on mazemen, or "mixed noodles," a soup-less variation on ramen, incorporates powerfully savory XO sauce to make a flavorful ramen that takes all of five minutes to prepare. seriouseats.com/xo-mazemen-r…
    If you've got enough time to make a proper batch of French toast, then you've got enough time to throw in a pair of toppings that will take that French toast from Tuesday-morning staple to weekend blowout. https://www.seriouseats.com/french-toast-quick-blackberry-compote-recipe?taid=647e4cdbab5b670001f78568&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    If you've got enough time to make a proper batch of French toast, then you've got enough time to throw in a pair of toppings that will take that French toast from Tuesday-morning staple to weekend blowout. seriouseats.com/french-toast…
    Make a better version of grilled broccolini by using the intense heat of a charcoal chimney starter. https://www.seriouseats.com/charcoal-chimney-grilled-broccolini-with-xo-sauce?taid=647e30bacf93b300017d3c7d&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Make a better version of grilled broccolini by using the intense heat of a charcoal chimney starter. seriouseats.com/charcoal-chi…
    Toasting the Rice Krispies and generously seasoning the bars balances the sweetness of the marshmallows, while brown butter adds rich, nutty flavor. https://www.seriouseats.com/rice-krispie-treats-recipe-7107746?taid=647e22aa137e4000012c2593&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Toasting the Rice Krispies and generously seasoning the bars balances the sweetness of the marshmallows, while brown butter adds rich, nutty flavor. seriouseats.com/rice-krispie…
    Blistered in a dry wok, these stir-fried green chile peppers are fragrant, tender, and hot, hot, hot. https://www.seriouseats.com/tiger-skin-peppers-7507257?taid=647e149bab5b670001f773f5&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Blistered in a dry wok, these stir-fried green chile peppers are fragrant, tender, and hot, hot, hot. seriouseats.com/tiger-skin-p…
    We've got everything from multiple types of fried chicken to classic Senegalese and Italian dishes. https://www.seriouseats.com/chicken-drumstick-recipes-7505723?taid=647df87a137e4000012c1a51&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    We've got everything from multiple types of fried chicken to classic Senegalese and Italian dishes. seriouseats.com/chicken-drum…
    The best ones easily opened bottle after bottle of wine, held their charge, and were a cinch to use. https://www.seriouseats.com/best-electric-wine-bottle-openers-6745966?taid=647dea6bab5b670001f768cb&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    The best ones easily opened bottle after bottle of wine, held their charge, and were a cinch to use. seriouseats.com/best-electri…
    We tested and compared two popular water bottles, evaluating their cold retention and durability and how easy they were to drink from. https://www.seriouseats.com/hydro-flask-vs-yeti-water-bottles-7107957?taid=647d339f137e4000012bf914&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    We tested and compared two popular water bottles, evaluating their cold retention and durability and how easy they were to drink from. seriouseats.com/hydro-flask-…
    From a smoky chickpea number with bacon and Cotija to a simple pairing of plump cranberry beans and tender poached salmon, these bean salads are anything but boring. https://www.seriouseats.com/bean-salad-recipes-for-summer?taid=647d258bcf93b300017cfa53&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    From a smoky chickpea number with bacon and Cotija to a simple pairing of plump cranberry beans and tender poached salmon, these bean salads are anything but boring. seriouseats.com/bean-salad-r…
  • Open

    36 work-related deaths due to environmental heat exposure in 2021 https://www.bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/36-work-related-deaths-due-to-environmental-heat-exposure-in-2021.htm #BLSdata
    36 work-related deaths due to environmental heat exposure in 2021 bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/36-wor… #BLSdata
    36 work-related deaths due to environmental heat exposure in 2021 https://www.bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/36-work-related-deaths-due-to-environmental-heat-exposure-in-2021.htm #BLSdata
    36 work-related deaths due to environmental heat exposure in 2021 bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/36-wor… #BLSdata
    Resilience through two recessions: veterans in the labor market since 2003 https://www.bls.gov/opub/btn/volume-12/resilience_through_two_recessions_veterans_in_the_labor_market_since_2003.htm #BLSdata
    Resilience through two recessions: veterans in the labor market since 2003 bls.gov/opub/btn/volume-12/r… #BLSdata
  • Open

    they had to take down the "lightning mcqueen" cars 2 statue because some one gave it a blow job
    they had to take down the "lightning mcqueen" cars 2 statue because some one gave it a blow job
    no its really cool to surrender to your most basic animal instincts and behave like a fucking Cartoon Character. Youre valid and interesting
    no its really cool to surrender to your most basic animal instincts and behave like a fucking Cartoon Character. Youre valid and interesting
    my most hated james bond theory is that yes there was a real life james bond but he died in saddam husseins tiger pit
    my most hated james bond theory is that yes there was a real life james bond but he died in saddam husseins tiger pit
    R to @dril: " having sex is a Performative action. " - The Pussy Skeptic
    " having sex is a Performative action. " - The Pussy Skeptic
    " there is no conclusive evidence that having sex is better than Jacking off " - The Pussy Skeptic
    " there is no conclusive evidence that having sex is better than Jacking off " - The Pussy Skeptic
    i dont think i can take my career much further unless I attain some sort of "Ultimate Form"
    i dont think i can take my career much further unless I attain some sort of "Ultimate Form"
    what if the main character of a tv show was a bad guy.......
    what if the main character of a tv show was a bad guy.......
  • Open

    RT by @tetraduzione: Amazing opportunity for those looking for a phd 👀 can personally verify that both Antonio and the School of Informatics in Edinburgh has excellent vibes
    Amazing opportunity for those looking for a phd 👀 can personally verify that both Antonio and the School of Informatics in Edinburgh has excellent vibes nitter.net/tetraduzione/status/1664725605877727234#m
    RT by @tetraduzione: Please join us!
    Please join us! nitter.net/TUDarmstadt/status/1665708672478064640#m
    RT by @tetraduzione: 🎉🚨PMLR proceedings for the Continual Causality AAAI-23 Bridge (https://www.continualcausality.org) are out: https://proceedings.mlr.press/v208/ First: catch up by reading our organizers' retrospective paper at the start! Then check an amazing set of papers that link continual learning + causality!
    🎉🚨PMLR proceedings for the Continual Causality AAAI-23 Bridge (continualcausality.org) are out: proceedings.mlr.press/v208/ First: catch up by reading our organizers' retrospective paper at the start! Then check an amazing set of papers that link continual learning + causality!
    RT by @tetraduzione: What is “it”? How different from saying “software will happen”? My rule of thumb: substitute “software” for “AI” and ask if there is any difference in a statement or claim.
    What is “it”? How different from saying “software will happen”? My rule of thumb: substitute “software” for “AI” and ask if there is any difference in a statement or claim.
  • Open

    “It would be hard to reach the levels we are seeing by just doing team training on the pitch. That extreme athleticism takes a high, high training age and a long term plan of development.” @DeasunO https://trainingground.guru/articles/des-ryan-athletic-development-at-arsenal-academy
    “It would be hard to reach the levels we are seeing by just doing team training on the pitch. That extreme athleticism takes a high, high training age and a long term plan of development.” @DeasunO trainingground.guru/articles…
    RT by @ground_guru: "I always say to people, ‘First team, easy!’ There are only a few players, one management team. Academy, much more complex! Many teams, many parents, many players. I jest a bit, but some of it is true." @DeasunO https://trainingground.guru/articles/des-ryan-athletic-development-at-arsenal-academy
    "I always say to people, ‘First team, easy!’ There are only a few players, one management team. Academy, much more complex! Many teams, many parents, many players. I jest a bit, but some of it is true." @DeasunO trainingground.guru/articles…
    The top clubs have these totems and it’s so important. Arsenal have Bukayo Saka. Man City have Phil Foden. Liverpool have Trent Alexander-Arnold. Man Utd have Marcus Rashford.
    The top clubs have these totems and it’s so important. nitter.net/ground_guru/status/1665632924836691969#m
    Will be sad if Chelsea sell Mason Mount, as looks increasingly likely. Not only a fantastic player but a flagbearer for their Academy, an example to all young players coming through. With club since age of 6/ values of club instilled in him from Neil Bath and his staff.
    Will be sad if Chelsea sell Mason Mount, as looks increasingly likely. Not only a fantastic player but a flagbearer for their Academy, an example to all young players coming through. With club since age of 6/ values of club instilled in him from Neil Bath and his staff.
    RT by @ground_guru: Importance of networking: "I did a conferences in the UK - Graham Smith’s ‘From Pain to Performance.’ A very clever man was there, @LewinPhysio and he heard me talk. He liked the topic, we chatted and then he asked me over to do a workshop." @DeasunO https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/50-des-ryan-athletic-development-of-academy-players/id1458881321?i=1000614476085
    Importance of networking: @LewinPhysio and he heard me talk. He liked the topic, we chatted and then he asked me over to do a workshop." @DeasunO podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcas…
    RT by @ground_guru: 🎧 @DeasunO on importance of performance specialists working in tandem with coaches: "@coach_roche_ worked brilliantly with Ken Gillard & Kwame Ampadu. Then it's: 'How can we create something in the session that helps athletic development to transfer?" https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/50-des-ryan-athletic-development-of-academy-players/id1458881321?i=1000614476085
    🎧 @DeasunO on importance of performance specialists working in tandem with coaches: @coach_roche_ worked brilliantly with Ken Gillard & Kwame Ampadu. Then it's: 'How can we create something in the session that helps athletic development to transfer?" podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcas…
    RT by @ground_guru: Tom will be speaking at our TGG Live conference in Manchester on October 9th https://trainingground.guru/articles/tgg-live-speakers-revealed
    Tom will be speaking at our TGG Live conference in Manchester on October 9th trainingground.guru/articles… nitter.net/ground_guru/status/1665600592775901184#m
    RT by @ground_guru: FCN Chairman Tom Vernon: “Silver medal for FC Nordsjaelland in the Danish Superliga and qualification to Europe. “We achieved this with the youngest team in world football and played 15 players from our Academies.”
    FCN Chairman Tom Vernon: nitter.net/FCNordsjaelland/status/1665422601819152385#m
    RT by @ground_guru: The first 7 days with Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors academy in Jeonju, South Korea has flown by. Great experience coaching the U12's and U18's! ⚽ 🇰🇷
    The first 7 days with Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors academy in Jeonju, South Korea has flown by. Great experience coaching the U12's and U18's! ⚽ 🇰🇷
  • Open

    RT by @SingularMattrix: Whatever copywriter at Apple came up with Nico finding and BATHING an entire family of raccoons is far more unhinged than I could ever dream of being
    Whatever copywriter at Apple came up with Nico finding and BATHING an entire family of raccoons is far more unhinged than I could ever dream of being  ( 1 min )
  • Open

    RT by @CookPolitical: WATCH: Despite bipartisan successes, Biden faces several 2024 hurdles, says @CookPolitical’s @amyewalter, which include: ➡His age ➡Unfulfilled student loan forgiveness promise ➡DACA handling ➡In 2020, half of Biden’s voters were moreso voting against Trump
    WATCH: Despite bipartisan successes, Biden faces several 2024 hurdles, says @CookPolitical’s @amyewalter, which include: ➡His age ➡Unfulfilled student loan forgiveness promise ➡DACA handling ➡In 2020, half of Biden’s voters were moreso voting against Trump
  • Open

    Ancient trees—some dating back more than 3000 years—are key to the survival of their forests. #WorldEnvironmentDay https://scim.ag/2Tx
    Ancient trees—some dating back more than 3000 years—are key to the survival of their forests. #WorldEnvironmentDay scim.ag/2Tx
    LSD and psilocin—the psychedelic compound in magic mushrooms—can produce an antidepressant response in mice through a molecular mechanism that is completely separate from the one responsible for hallucinogenic effects. https://scim.ag/2Tu
    LSD and psilocin—the psychedelic compound in magic mushrooms—can produce an antidepressant response in mice through a molecular mechanism that is completely separate from the one responsible for hallucinogenic effects. scim.ag/2Tu
    Researchers claim that Homo naledi, a small-brained human relative, buried its dead and made art long before our own species did. https://scim.ag/2To
    Researchers claim that Homo naledi, a small-brained human relative, buried its dead and made art long before our own species did. scim.ag/2To
    Beneath the Barberton Makhonjwa Mountains lies something more scientifically valuable than any precious metal: Earth’s first land ecosystem. #WorldEnvironmentDay https://scim.ag/2Ti
    Beneath the Barberton Makhonjwa Mountains lies something more scientifically valuable than any precious metal: Earth’s first land ecosystem. #WorldEnvironmentDay scim.ag/2Ti
    A team of scientists says it has nailed down the major symptoms of #LongCovid. https://scim.ag/2SK
    A team of scientists says it has nailed down the major symptoms of #LongCovid. scim.ag/2SK
    By tapping into existing air quality monitoring sensors, researchers have discovered a cheap way to census nearby species. https://scim.ag/2SI
    By tapping into existing air quality monitoring sensors, researchers have discovered a cheap way to census nearby species. scim.ag/2SI
    Many scientists are concerned that changes to the National Pesticide Use Maps database will make it far less useful. https://scim.ag/2Sk
    Many scientists are concerned that changes to the National Pesticide Use Maps database will make it far less useful. scim.ag/2Sk
    RT by @NewsfromScience: In Berlin, pioneering research into urban ecology has found surprising biodiversity in the city’s green spaces. Learn more on #WorldEnvironmentDay: https://scim.ag/2Sj
    In Berlin, pioneering research into urban ecology has found surprising biodiversity in the city’s green spaces. #WorldEnvironmentDay: scim.ag/2Sj
    Three years after then-President Donald Trump pressured NIH to suspend a research grant to a U.S. group studying bat coronaviruses with partners in China, the agency has restarted the award. https://scim.ag/2Sh
    Three years after then-President Donald Trump pressured NIH to suspend a research grant to a U.S. group studying bat coronaviruses with partners in China, the agency has restarted the award. scim.ag/2Sh
    It’s the first time a frog—or any amphibian—has been observed pollinating a plant. https://scim.ag/2Sf
    It’s the first time a frog—or any amphibian—has been observed pollinating a plant. scim.ag/2Sf
    Removing trash from the ocean may not be as harmless as it seems, according new research. https://scim.ag/2Sd
    Removing trash from the ocean may not be as harmless as it seems, according new research. scim.ag/2Sd
    New evidence suggests much of University of Rochester physicist Ranga Dias’s thesis was copied from other sources. https://scim.ag/2Sb
    New evidence suggests much of University of Rochester physicist Ranga Dias’s thesis was copied from other sources. scim.ag/2Sb
    When sea otters dig for clams in seagrass meadows, they leave a pockmarked “moonscape” in their wake. But this rough treatment may be doing the otherwise lush meadows a reproductive favor. #ScienceMagArchives https://scim.ag/2Sa
    When sea otters dig for clams in seagrass meadows, they leave a pockmarked “moonscape” in their wake. #ScienceMagArchives scim.ag/2Sa
  • Open

    Agricultural productivity might be improved by consideration of how the plant's circadian rhythm alters responses to the challenges posed by its environment. Learn more on #WorldEnvironmentDay: https://scim.ag/2Tw #ScienceReview
    Agricultural productivity might be improved by consideration of how the plant's circadian rhythm alters responses to the challenges posed by its environment. #WorldEnvironmentDay: scim.ag/2Tw #ScienceReview
    Hepatic stellate cells help maintain normal liver mass in mice by producing neurotrophin-3, a new @SciSignal study shows. The findings could one day help drive new therapies that control liver cell proliferation. https://scim.ag/2Tt
    Hepatic stellate cells help maintain normal liver mass in mice by producing neurotrophin-3, a new @SciSignal study shows. The findings could one day help drive new therapies that control liver cell proliferation. scim.ag/2Tt
    Humanity’s actions have committed us to a warming climate. Although there is no turning back, some paths are open to avoid catastrophic #ClimateChange. A special issue underscored the urgent choices we face to adapt. Learn more on #WorldEnvironmentDay: https://scim.ag/2Tn
    Humanity’s actions have committed us to a warming climate. Although there is no turning back, some paths are open to avoid catastrophic #ClimateChange. #WorldEnvironmentDay: scim.ag/2Tn
    "This work situation has given me the vibrant and varied workdays I was after. My schedule is constantly changing and the … projects I’m tasked to work on are always new, affording me opportunities to learn and grow." #ScienceWorkingLife @ScienceCareers https://scim.ag/2SL
    "This work situation has given me the vibrant and varied workdays I was after. My schedule is constantly changing and the … projects I’m tasked to work on are always new, affording me opportunities to learn and grow." #ScienceWorkingLife @ScienceCareers scim.ag/2SL
    The study of neuroscience and animal motor control has pivotally influenced robotic locomotion and has also helped robotics to inform basic science, according to a new @SciRobotics Review. https://scim.ag/2SF
    The study of neuroscience and animal motor control has pivotally influenced robotic locomotion and has also helped robotics to inform basic science, according to a new @SciRobotics Review. scim.ag/2SF
    Laws that establish legal rights for nature are being pursued in a growing number of countries to protect the environment. A new #ScienceReview examines key scientific aspects of rights-of-nature laws. Learn more on #WorldEnvironmentDay: https://scim.ag/2Sn
    Laws that establish legal rights for nature are being pursued in a growing number of countries to protect the environment. A new #ScienceReview examines key scientific aspects of rights-of-nature laws. #WorldEnvironmentDay: scim.ag/2Sn
    Scientists untangle how a compound found in many fruits and vegetables supports macrophages’ ability to clear out debris and apoptotic cells—a finding that may inform interventions for conditions involving impaired #efferocytosis. @SciSignal https://scim.ag/2Sg
    Scientists untangle how a compound found in many fruits and vegetables supports macrophages’ ability to clear out debris and apoptotic cells—a finding that may inform interventions for conditions involving impaired #efferocytosis. @SciSignal scim.ag/2Sg
    Several mammal species live in cold-water environments thanks to adaptations like blubber and large size. A notable exception is the sea otter—so how does it stay warm? A 2021 Science study found an answer: skeletal muscle thermogenesis. https://scim.ag/2Se
    Several mammal species live in cold-water environments thanks to adaptations like blubber and large size. A notable exception is the sea otter—so how does it stay warm? scim.ag/2Se
    Scientists have devised a combination treatment for glioblastoma that can eradicate this deadly brain cancer in mice—and that proved safe in people with glioblastoma. https://scim.ag/2Sc @ScienceTM
    Scientists have devised a combination treatment for glioblastoma that can eradicate this deadly brain cancer in mice—and that proved safe in people with glioblastoma. scim.ag/2Sc @ScienceTM
    "Concealing my struggles … hampered my ability to be my true self in the lab." https://scim.ag/2S9 @ScienceCareers
    "Concealing my struggles … hampered my ability to be my true self in the lab." scim.ag/2S9 @ScienceCareers
  • Open

    Are sperm counts declining? It's a surprisingly hard question to answer. https://trib.al/It66vsE
    Are sperm counts declining? It's a surprisingly hard question to answer. trib.al/It66vsE
    A “more-is-merrier” approach to computer chipmaking would create the vibrant and fast breakthroughs that America needs to succeed | Opinion https://trib.al/6jlYIqY
    A “more-is-merrier” approach to computer chipmaking would create the vibrant and fast breakthroughs that America needs to succeed | Opinion trib.al/6jlYIqY
    In India, children under 16 returning to school this month at the start of the school year will no longer be taught about evolution, the periodic table of elements or sources of energy. https://trib.al/CRPhgDB
    In India, children under 16 returning to school this month at the start of the school year will no longer be taught about evolution, the periodic table of elements or sources of energy. trib.al/CRPhgDB
    In an interview with Scientific American, author Melissa Sevigny discusses her book Brave the Wild River: The Untold Story of Two Women Who Mapped the Botany of the Grand Canyon https://trib.al/GQfbbP5
    In an interview with Scientific American, author Melissa Sevigny discusses her book Brave the Wild River: The Untold Story of Two Women Who Mapped the Botany of the Grand Canyon trib.al/GQfbbP5
    A key FEMA disaster fund and state insurance programs could run out of money to finance disaster recovery and pay claims, respectively, as hurricane and wildfire seasons begin https://trib.al/UfKiuGh
    A key FEMA disaster fund and state insurance programs could run out of money to finance disaster recovery and pay claims, respectively, as hurricane and wildfire seasons begin trib.al/UfKiuGh
    Examining dream content can assist in the diagnosis of psychiatric and neurological illnesses. https://trib.al/X3LgKOX
    Examining dream content can assist in the diagnosis of psychiatric and neurological illnesses. trib.al/X3LgKOX
    Thunderbirds were a big deal—so why did they die out? Learn how the prehistoric dromornithids earned their nickname in the third episode of Science, Quickly’s mini-series on monster birds with host 🎙️ @flichtman. 🎧 Listen on @spotifypodcasts 🔗 https://bit.ly/3J1dyrl
    Thunderbirds were a big deal—so why did they die out? @flichtman. @spotifypodcasts 🔗 bit.ly/3J1dyrl
    A state of torpor might rescue oxygen-starved brain cells or aid extended human space missions https://trib.al/z65XtMV
    A state of torpor might rescue oxygen-starved brain cells or aid extended human space missions trib.al/z65XtMV
    RT by @sciam: This Brooklyn girl loved talking to @MelissaSevigny about their new book BRAVE THE WILD RIVER for @sciam 🏞️ https://bit.ly/42iqXCc
    This Brooklyn girl loved talking to @MelissaSevigny about their new book BRAVE THE WILD RIVER for @sciam 🏞️ bit.ly/42iqXCc
    Chernobyl's adaptable canines, sewage sea spray in the U.S., hibernating germs on Everest, and much more in June's science news briefs. https://trib.al/DxAzQ4o
    Chernobyl's adaptable canines, sewage sea spray in the U.S., hibernating germs on Everest, and much more in June's science news briefs. trib.al/DxAzQ4o
    Mass shootings are causing widespread anxiety among Americans. A new screening tool could identify those who are impacted enough to need mental health support https://trib.al/Or9jyfx
    Mass shootings are causing widespread anxiety among Americans. A new screening tool could identify those who are impacted enough to need mental health support trib.al/Or9jyfx  ( 1 min )
    Analysis of more than 100 studies of non-invasive electrical brain stimulation probes whether the controversial technology works https://trib.al/bLg2SNy
    Analysis of more than 100 studies of non-invasive electrical brain stimulation probes whether the controversial technology works trib.al/bLg2SNy
    Nyswanderweg, a pinky-sized residential street in Hamburg, Germany, is easy to miss. Yet it's a rare and significant monument to Marie Nyswander. https://trib.al/SPuL1XY
    Nyswanderweg, a pinky-sized residential street in Hamburg, Germany, is easy to miss. Yet it's a rare and significant monument to Marie Nyswander. trib.al/SPuL1XY
  • Open

    RT by @pixelatedboat: The fact that the Apple Vision Pro projects a simulated passthrough image onto the faceplate instead of a real one may mean that it will continue to project the illusion of a living face for a user who has died while wearing the headset.
    The fact that the Apple Vision Pro projects a simulated passthrough image onto the faceplate instead of a real one may mean that it will continue to project the illusion of a living face for a user who has died while wearing the headset.
    RT by @pixelatedboat: I love it when guys text other guys “yo what’s up we’re doing crime” and it gets quoted in a lawsuit
    I love it when guys text other guys “yo what’s up we’re doing crime” and it gets quoted in a lawsuit
    RT by @pixelatedboat: how come the supermarket only ever has like 500 grams of rice or a 28 kg bag. here is two spoonfuls of rice and the next size up is a human man as fine and strong as any other made of rice
    how come the supermarket only ever has like 500 grams of rice or a 28 kg bag. here is two spoonfuls of rice and the next size up is a human man as fine and strong as any other made of rice
  • Open

    RT by @OptaAnalyst: 3 hours and 51 minutes…🤯 What a roller coaster match between Haddad Maia and Sorribes Tormo 🎢 Check out the players’ win probability throughout the match as well momentum and highlights #RolandGarros @OptaAce @OptaAnalyst @WTA_insider @WTA
    3 hours and 51 minutes…🤯 What a roller coaster match between Haddad Maia and Sorribes Tormo 🎢 #RolandGarros @OptaAce @OptaAnalyst @WTA_insider @WTA
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: Erik Spoelstra and the Heat were outdone in Game 1 of the NBA finals. They came back and won Game 2 with a game plan that involved a whole lotta Love. @matissa15 breaks it down in the Game 3 preview: https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/nba-finals-game-3-preview-and-prediction-denver-nuggets-miami-heat/
    Erik Spoelstra and the Heat were outdone in Game 1 of the NBA finals. @matissa15 breaks it down in the Game 3 preview: theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/nb…
    𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞 𝐀 𝐓𝐎𝐓𝐒: 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟐-𝟐𝟑 🇮🇹 With the curtain fully closed on the campaign, our Italian football data experts at @OptaPaolo have picked their best Serie A XI for 2022-23 based on the data. Here is the team & coach to lead them. ⬇️
    𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞 𝐀 𝐓𝐎𝐓𝐒: 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟐-𝟐𝟑 🇮🇹 @OptaPaolo have picked their best Serie A XI for 2022-23 based on the data. Here is the team & coach to lead them. ⬇️
    🎧Have you played the Opta Quiz podcast yet? 10 teasers about the 2022-23 Premier League season await. Listen & Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/opta-quiz/id1691049656 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ffm6r8y7EtjToyE01INQg Others: https://linktr.ee/optaquiz https://theanalyst.com/eu/podcast/opta-quiz-no1-2022-23-premier-league-season/
    🎧Have you played the Opta Quiz podcast yet? podcasts.apple.com/us/podcas… open.spotify.com/show/3ffm6r… linktr.ee/optaquiz theanalyst.com/eu/podcast/op…
    We're at the semi-final stage of the U20 FIFA World Cup, so who are the leading players for chance creation and open play attacking involvements?
    We're at the semi-final stage of the U20 FIFA World Cup, so who are the leading players for chance creation and open play attacking involvements?
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: Looks like there's some transfer rumors concerning Loïs Openda. I wrote a mini profile about him back in Feb while he was in the midst of an awesome debut season in France https://theanalyst.com/na/2023/02/three-young-stars-in-ligue-1-you-need-to-know-about/
    Looks like there's some transfer rumors concerning Loïs Openda. I wrote a mini profile about him back in Feb while he was in the midst of an awesome debut season in France theanalyst.com/na/2023/02/th…
    2022-23 Analyst 50: Rewind ⏪ Back in July 2022, a selection of Opta data experts picked out their choice for players to watch in 2022-23 across the top five European leagues. So how did they do? 😬 https://theanalyst.com/eu/2022/07/players-to-watch-2022-23-analyst-50/
    2022-23 Analyst 50: Rewind ⏪ theanalyst.com/eu/2022/07/pl…
    How Good is Rasmus Hojlund? 🔥 Well, @SamMcGuire90's analysis of the rumoured Manchester United target gives you the perfect overview. #MUFC https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/rasmus-hojlund-comparisons-to-erling-haaland-manchester-united-transfer/
    How Good is Rasmus Hojlund? 🔥 @SamMcGuire90's analysis of the rumoured Manchester United target gives you the perfect overview. #MUFC theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/ra…
    R to @OptaAnalyst: Harry Kane's similarity score from 2022-23? Just 59%.
    Harry Kane's similarity score from 2022-23? Just 59%.
    🆕 Opta Quiz Podcast Test your football knowledge with our 10 teasers about the 2022-23 Premier League season. Listen and play along whenever and wherever you like. Find us and subscribe on your favourite podcast applications or download on our website. https://theanalyst.com/eu/podcast/opta-quiz-no1-2022-23-premier-league-season/
    🆕 Opta Quiz Podcast theanalyst.com/eu/podcast/op…
    Man City have been trailing for just 7% of the time in the Champions League this season - the lowest mark for any side in the competition.
    Man City have been trailing for just 7% of the time in the Champions League this season - the lowest mark for any side in the competition.
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: Karim Benzema's new side (according to reports) are the best football club in Asia, based on the Opta Power Rankings. ⬇️ 1: Al Ittihad (@ittihad) 🇸🇦 2: Al Hilal (@Alhilal_FC) 🇸🇦 3: Al Nassr (@AlNassrFC) 🇸🇦 4: Persepolis (@PersepolisFC) 🇮🇷 5: Ulsan 🇰🇷 https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/who-are-the-best-football-team-in-the-world-opta-power-rankings/
    Karim Benzema's new side (according to reports) are the best football club in Asia, based on the Opta Power Rankings. ⬇️ @ittihad) 🇸🇦 @Alhilal_FC) 🇸🇦 @AlNassrFC) 🇸🇦 @PersepolisFC) 🇮🇷 theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/wh…
    The player within the top five European leagues to have the closest similarity Opta radar to Karim Benzema in 2022-23 was... ... Kylian Mbappé (83% similarity score).
    The player within the top five European leagues to have the closest similarity Opta radar to Karim Benzema in 2022-23 was... ... Kylian Mbappé (83% similarity score).
  • Open

    Apple's new release points to an iPhone moment for 3D. A 3D internet will lead to a Cambrian explosion of new apps. @CSM_ai was started in anticipation of this + generative AI and gaming. Come join us at this critical inflection point -- https://jobs.polymer.co/common-sense-machines
    Apple's new release points to an iPhone moment for 3D. A 3D internet will lead to a Cambrian explosion of new apps. @CSM_ai was started in anticipation of this + generative AI and gaming. Come join us at this critical inflection point -- jobs.polymer.co/common-sense…
  • Open

    tmblr.co/ZuM2KydxMsMyuq00
    tmblr.co/ZuM2KydxMsMyuq00
    RT by @losthunderlads: I adore this vintage Penguin Classics ad
    I adore this vintage Penguin Classics ad
  • Open

    the quote tweets on this post are proof that the only thing this app can agree on is the internet’s cringiest content
    the quote tweets on this post are proof that the only thing this app can agree on is the internet’s cringiest content nitter.net/y8czz/status/1665108678922444802#m
  • Open

    Dispute arises from effort to trademark phrase "Trump Too Small" to use on t-shirts for sale.
    Dispute arises from effort to trademark phrase "Trump Too Small" to use on t-shirts for sale. nitter.net/AHoweBlogger/status/1665713240481857540#m
    #SCOTUS grants review in Vidal v. Elster, a challenge to constitutionality of Section 2(c) of Lanham Act, which bars registration of trademark using someone else’s name without that person’s permission
    #SCOTUS grants review in Vidal v. Elster, a challenge to constitutionality of Section 2(c) of Lanham Act, which bars registration of trademark using someone else’s name without that person’s permission
    #SCOTUS releases orders from last week's conference, grants review in one new case. Order list is here: https://www.supremecourt.gov/orders/courtorders/060523zor_d1o3.pdf
    #SCOTUS releases orders from last week's conference, grants review in one new case. Order list is here: supremecourt.gov/orders/cour…
  • Open

    Lunchtime reminder of today’s review of the financial impact of relegation from the Premier League #LCFC #LUFC #SaintsFC
    Lunchtime reminder of today’s review of the financial impact of relegation from the Premier League #LCFC #LUFC #SaintsFC nitter.net/SwissRamble/status/1665615029972922370#m
    RT by @SwissRamble: The financial impact of relegation from the Premier League, focusing on the three clubs that went down this season: Leicester City, Leeds United and Southampton #LCFC #LUFC #SaintsFC https://swissramble.substack.com/p/impact-of-relegation-from-the-premier
    The financial impact of relegation from the Premier League, focusing on the three clubs that went down this season: Leicester City, Leeds United and Southampton #LCFC #LUFC #SaintsFC swissramble.substack.com/p/i…
  • Open

    Condensed sets/abelian groups etc are in Lean's maths library! https://leanprover-community.github.io/mathlib4_docs/Mathlib/Condensed/Basic.html We've had Lean code for them kicking around for a year or more, but that was in an independent project. Getting them into the maths library is a community seal of approval.
    Condensed sets/abelian groups etc are in Lean's maths library! leanprover-community.github.… We've had Lean code for them kicking around for a year or more, but that was in an independent project. Getting them into the maths library is a community seal of approval.

  • Open

    "Former President Donald Trump is not only in the driver's seat for the Republican nomination, but it's hard to see an easy way for any other candidate to wrest the wheel from him." @amyewalter on the state of the GOP primary: https://www.cookpolitical.com/analysis/national/national-politics/checking-gop-primary
    "Former President Donald Trump is not only in the driver's seat for the Republican nomination, but it's hard to see an easy way for any other candidate to wrest the wheel from him." @amyewalter on the state of the GOP primary: cookpolitical.com/analysis/n…
  • Open

    RT by @ground_guru: 特にラ・リーガのアカデミー10年計画が気になる🧐
    特にラ・リーガのアカデミー10年計画が気になる🧐
    RT by @ground_guru: Booked ✅ Looking forward to this ⚽️
    Booked ✅ nitter.net/ground_guru/status/1663853128926613509#m
    RT by @ground_guru: Really enjoyed this interview 👍
    Really enjoyed this interview 👍
    "I have a video of Bukayo (Saka) and he was U11s. People slag me because he’s doing ladders and hurdles, but that is good for that age for co-ordination." @DeasunO | TGG Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/50-des-ryan-athletic-development-of-academy-players/id1458881321?i=1000614476085
    "I have a video of Bukayo (Saka) and he was U11s. People slag me because he’s doing ladders and hurdles, but that is good for that age for co-ordination." @DeasunO | TGG Podcast podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcas…
    RT by @ground_guru: 💛❤️ Graeme Souness is leading title celebrations for Galatasaray! Waving the iconic flag that he planted in the centre-circle of Fenerbahçe's stadium after winning the Turkish cup back in 1996. https://twitter.com/GalatasaraySK/status/1665433614169800710/video/1
    💛❤️ Graeme Souness is leading title celebrations for Galatasaray! nitter.net/GalatasaraySK/st…
    RT by @ground_guru: This is good: Ange Postecoglou, soon to be appointed Tottenham's new manager, interviewed by @edsulley from @HudlAnalysis during his time at Yokohama Marinos High Performance Insights https://vimeo.com/410251328
    This is good: @edsulley from @HudlAnalysis during his time at Yokohama Marinos vimeo.com/410251328
    RT by @ground_guru: Great episode. Always interesting interviews ⁦@ground_guru⁩ ⁦@SundayShare10⁩ https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/training-ground-guru-podcast/id1458881321?i=1000602622532
    Great episode. Always interesting interviews ⁦@ground_guru⁩ ⁦@SundayShare10⁩ podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcas…
  • Open

    This homemade ginger liqueur tastes so elegant that people will not believe you made it yourself. https://www.seriouseats.com/diy-ginger-liqueur-make-your-own-canton?taid=647d096cdb776900014a71fa&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    This homemade ginger liqueur tastes so elegant that people will not believe you made it yourself. seriouseats.com/diy-ginger-l…
    Meet the device that unlocks your hot-beverage dreams all day long. https://www.seriouseats.com/electric-water-pot?taid=647cfb70f0166400013ba317&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Meet the device that unlocks your hot-beverage dreams all day long. seriouseats.com/electric-wat…
    Inspired by Levain Bakery, these giant chocolate chip cookies are a dessert of epic proportions. https://www.seriouseats.com/super-thick-chocolate-chip-cookie-recipe?taid=647ced69d4faf00001389e4c&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Inspired by Levain Bakery, these giant chocolate chip cookies are a dessert of epic proportions. seriouseats.com/super-thick-…
    Here are the pros and cons of some of the most popular mixing, kneading, folding, and shaping methods. https://www.seriouseats.com/sourdough-how-to?taid=647cd136f0166400013b9c12&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Here are the pros and cons of some of the most popular mixing, kneading, folding, and shaping methods. seriouseats.com/sourdough-ho…
    We tested 10 food storage containers (plastic and glass) to find out which ones were the most durable, leak-proof, and easiest to stack and store. https://www.seriouseats.com/best-food-storage-containers-6750861?taid=647cc32cdb776900014a665a&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    We tested 10 food storage containers (plastic and glass) to find out which ones were the most durable, leak-proof, and easiest to stack and store. seriouseats.com/best-food-st…
    Buying whole chickens and butchering them at home is easy, economical, and opens up a world of possibilities. It also can make you a better cook. https://www.seriouseats.com/better-cook-buy-whole-chickens-cut-up-pieces?taid=647ca6fcab5b670001f72bab&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Buying whole chickens and butchering them at home is easy, economical, and opens up a world of possibilities. It also can make you a better cook. seriouseats.com/better-cook-…
    Out of all the many classic American food items claimed to have been invented at the 1904 World's Fair in St. Louis, only one truly has a connection to it: the ice cream cone. But it probably didn't start with a rolled-up waffle. https://www.seriouseats.com/ice-cream-cone-history?taid=647c98ec137e4000012bddb4&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Out of all the many classic American food items claimed to have been invented at the 1904 World's Fair in St. Louis, only one truly has a connection to it: the ice cream cone. But it probably didn't start with a rolled-up waffle. seriouseats.com/ice-cream-co…
    Salty, sweet, pungent, and slightly spicy, this chicken stir-fry makes a great introduction to Cambodian food. https://www.seriouseats.com/cambodian-chicken-stir-fry-recipe?taid=647c7ccff016640001f23bf6&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Salty, sweet, pungent, and slightly spicy, this chicken stir-fry makes a great introduction to Cambodian food. seriouseats.com/cambodian-ch…
    After testing 20 milk frothers, we named the Golde Superwhisk our favorite handheld model. https://www.seriouseats.com/golde-superwhisk-review-7496941?taid=647be21b137e4000012bc1dc&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    After testing 20 milk frothers, we named the Golde Superwhisk our favorite handheld model. seriouseats.com/golde-superw…
  • Open

    And all the way from East London to Zurich, here’s ⁦@theboybleach⁩ doing their thing. Support the support band 👊
    And all the way from East London to Zurich, here’s ⁦@theboybleach⁩ doing their thing. Support the support band 👊
    Great, sweaty gig by ⁦@simpleplan⁩ at Xtra in Zürich this evening 🇨🇦
    Great, sweaty gig by ⁦@simpleplan⁩ at Xtra in Zürich this evening 🇨🇦
  • Open

    The 2017 establishment of the largest marine protected area in North America—Mexico’s Revillagigedo National Park—has not harmed industrial fishing, according to a new analysis in @ScienceAdvances. https://scim.ag/2S5
    The 2017 establishment of the largest marine protected area in North America—Mexico’s Revillagigedo National Park—has not harmed industrial fishing, according to a new analysis in @ScienceAdvances. scim.ag/2S5
    "I was late learning about science; I didn’t even know what research was until I was 20 years old. For much of my scientific training I feared I was behind my peers. But I have been able to close the gap—and that is something to be proud of." https://scim.ag/2RU
    "I was late learning about science; I didn’t even know what research was until I was 20 years old. For much of my scientific training I feared I was behind my peers. scim.ag/2RU
    A recent Science study described the evolution of regulatory sequences in the human genome. https://scim.ag/2RQ #Zoonomia
    A recent Science study described the evolution of regulatory sequences in the human genome. scim.ag/2RQ #Zoonomia
  • Open

    A massive effort to sequence the DNA of Vikings across Europe was published in 2020. The study revealed family histories of Vikings who set forth—and died—far from home. #ScienceMagArchives https://scim.ag/2S3
    A massive effort to sequence the DNA of Vikings across Europe was published in 2020. The study revealed family histories of Vikings who set forth—and died—far from home. #ScienceMagArchives scim.ag/2S3
    Comb jellies may have descended from the "sister to all other animals." https://scim.ag/2RT
    Comb jellies may have descended from the "sister to all other animals." scim.ag/2RT
    Scientists exploring underwater caves have discovered a new species of moray eel that appears to be adapting to its unique habitat—by losing its eyes. https://scim.ag/2RN
    Scientists exploring underwater caves have discovered a new species of moray eel that appears to be adapting to its unique habitat—by losing its eyes. scim.ag/2RN
  • Open

    RT by @pixelatedboat: Let’s check in on the owner of this platform’s likes
    Let’s check in on the owner of this platform’s likes  ( 1 min )
  • Open

    Daniel Ellsberg Is Dying. And He Has Some Final Things to Say. https://politi.co/3MOxZce via @politico
    Daniel Ellsberg Is Dying. And He Has Some Final Things to Say. politi.co/3MOxZce via @politico
    tmblr.co/ZuM2Kydx2GKZ8y00
    tmblr.co/ZuM2Kydx2GKZ8y00
  • Open

    The volume and speed of AI being rolled out could have unsettling consequences. 🎧 On this episode of Tech, Quickly, why people are so concerned about Generative AI? Listen now on @spotifypodcasts 🔗 https://bit.ly/424sJXj
    The volume and speed of AI being rolled out could have unsettling consequences. @spotifypodcasts 🔗 bit.ly/424sJXj
  • Open

    Great opportunity! Amazing advisor, topics, and location.
    Great opportunity! Amazing advisor, topics, and location. nitter.net/tetraduzione/status/1664725605877727234#m
  • Open

    Job openings rate at 6.1 percent in April 2023 https://www.bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/job-openings-rate-at-6-1-percent-in-april-2023.htm #BLSdata
    Job openings rate at 6.1 percent in April 2023 bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/job-op… #BLSdata
  • Open

    a lot of reports that Neuralink users are being turned "Gay"
    a lot of reports that Neuralink users are being turned "Gay"
    "im not DRUNK! im watching TED LASSO behind the WHEEL !" i need a bumpter sticker that says exactly this
    "im not DRUNK! im watching TED LASSO behind the WHEEL !" i need a bumpter sticker that says exactly this
  • Open

    Sophie Morel has formalised the first half of her 2019 joint paper https://alco.centre-mersenne.org/articles/10.5802/alco.66/ in Lean 4. It took her a month; she had 0 Lean 4 experience when she started (but some Lean 3 experience). The formalisation is here https://github.com/smorel394/TS1 . Welcome aboard Sophie!
    Sophie Morel has formalised the first half of her 2019 joint paper alco.centre-mersenne.org/art… in Lean 4. It took her a month; she had 0 Lean 4 experience when she started (but some Lean 3 experience). The formalisation is here github.com/smorel394/TS1 . Welcome aboard Sophie!
  • Open

    RT by @tetraduzione: Highly recommend to those looking for a PhD position: great advisor, great topic, great location.
    Highly recommend to those looking for a PhD position: great advisor, great topic, great location. nitter.net/tetraduzione/status/1664725605877727234#m
    looking forward!
    looking forward! nitter.net/oanacamb/status/1665272185512968195#m
    RT by @tetraduzione:
    No content preview
  • Open

    RT by @Zonal_Marking: A classic game of two halves in terms of the scoreline...but not in terms of the balance of play. Analysis of Barcelona 3-2 Wolfsburg in the @UWCL final. https://theathletic.com/4578823/2023/06/04/barcelona-didnt-panic-against-wolfsburg-why-would-they-when-their-plan-a-is-this-good/
    A classic game of two halves in terms of the scoreline...but not in terms of the balance of play. Analysis of Barcelona 3-2 Wolfsburg in the @UWCL final. theathletic.com/4578823/2023…
  • Open

    Eden Hazard at Chelsea in 2018-19 (all comps) 3,877 Mins, 21 Goals & 17 Assists Eden Hazard at Real Madrid since 2019-20 (all comps) 3,737 Mins, 7 Goals & 9 Assists
    Eden Hazard at Chelsea in 2018-19 (all comps) 3,877 Mins, 21 Goals & 17 Assists Eden Hazard at Real Madrid since 2019-20 (all comps) 3,737 Mins, 7 Goals & 9 Assists
    theanalyst.com/eu/2023/05/da…
    theanalyst.com/eu/2023/05/da… nitter.net/UtdPlug/status/1665043077998821377#m
    R to @OptaAnalyst:
    No content preview
    Lionel Messi, Neymar & Kylian Mbappé across all competitions for PSG in 2022-23.
    Lionel Messi, Neymar & Kylian Mbappé across all competitions for PSG in 2022-23.

  • Open

    #Men2.0
    #Men2.0
    R to @dril: I have never seen a "Tiny Toon" . Not interested
    I have never seen a "Tiny Toon" . Not interested
    tiny toons in this house we watch normal sized toons
    tiny toons in this house we watch normal sized toons
  • Open

    The fossil was a prehistoric bird is called Pelagornis sandersi, and its wings stretched out twice as wide as those of the great albatross. https://trib.al/TYNEmJf
    The fossil was a prehistoric bird is called Pelagornis sandersi, and its wings stretched out twice as wide as those of the great albatross. trib.al/TYNEmJf
  • Open

    RT by @losthunderlads: Wise reflections by Francis Gavin on how nations are guided not by reason, but unspoken assumptions which amount often to nonsense, only to forget and move on…to new follies. https://tnsr.org/2023/05/unspoken-assumptions/
    Wise reflections by Francis Gavin on how nations are guided not by reason, but unspoken assumptions which amount often to nonsense, only to forget and move on…to new follies. tnsr.org/2023/05/unspoken-as…
    tmblr.co/ZuM2Kydwjfb2qu00
    tmblr.co/ZuM2Kydwjfb2qu00
  • Open

    Since first evolving 350 million years ago, the tongue has taken myriad forms, unlocking new niches and boosting the diversity of life. Learn more in this @NewsfromScience feature: https://scim.ag/2RL @ScienceVisuals
    Since first evolving 350 million years ago, the tongue has taken myriad forms, unlocking new niches and boosting the diversity of life. @NewsfromScience feature: scim.ag/2RL @ScienceVisuals
    Preparing to work on your doctoral thesis over the summer? 📝 Take some of these tips from Ph.D. students on what did—and didn't—work for them. #ScienceMagArchives @ScienceCareers https://scim.ag/2RB
    Preparing to work on your doctoral thesis over the summer? 📝 #ScienceMagArchives @ScienceCareers scim.ag/2RB
    Hibernating brown bears rarely suffer from blood clots despite 6 months of immobilization. A new Science study has revealed a factor that appears to protect the animals against this immobility-associated thrombosis. Learn more: https://scim.ag/2Rw, https://scim.ag/2Rx
    Hibernating brown bears rarely suffer from blood clots despite 6 months of immobilization. scim.ag/2Rw, scim.ag/2Rx
    Recent work on modular reconfiguration of #DNAorigami assemblies could be used to inform the development of molecular robots. Learn more in @SciRobotics: https://scim.ag/2Rq
    Recent work on modular reconfiguration of #DNAorigami assemblies could be used to inform the development of molecular robots. @SciRobotics: scim.ag/2Rq
    Soil microbiota transplanted from more stressful environmental conditions, such as drought or excessive heat or cold, can enhance tree tolerance to changing climates, researchers report in Science. 📄: https://scim.ag/2Rn #SciencePerspective: https://scim.ag/2Ro
    Soil microbiota transplanted from more stressful environmental conditions, such as drought or excessive heat or cold, can enhance tree tolerance to changing climates, researchers report in Science. scim.ag/2Rn #SciencePerspective: scim.ag/2Ro
  • Open

    The so-called Danish Golden Age of painting, which lasted from about 1800 to 1850, coincided with a particularly beer-crazed era for the nation. https://scim.ag/2RJ
    The so-called Danish Golden Age of painting, which lasted from about 1800 to 1850, coincided with a particularly beer-crazed era for the nation. scim.ag/2RJ
    Zebrafish live for less than a year, but new research finds that extending the length of the chromosomes in their guts kept them healthy into old age. https://scim.ag/2RC
    Zebrafish live for less than a year, but new research finds that extending the length of the chromosomes in their guts kept them healthy into old age. scim.ag/2RC
    The scientists behind the research propose that flushing oxygen into the rectum could one day help save human lives if conventional ventilation methods are unavailable. #ScienceMagArchives https://scim.ag/2Rs
    The scientists behind the research propose that flushing oxygen into the rectum could one day help save human lives if conventional ventilation methods are unavailable. #ScienceMagArchives scim.ag/2Rs
    Aided by hundreds of newly sequenced genomes and an extensive database of dog DNA, researchers were able to glean details about Balto’s size, appearance, and stamina not captured in historical photos of the famed canine. https://scim.ag/2Rr
    Aided by hundreds of newly sequenced genomes and an extensive database of dog DNA, researchers were able to glean details about Balto’s size, appearance, and stamina not captured in historical photos of the famed canine. scim.ag/2Rr
  • Open

    On the Senate side, @JessicaTaylor takes a new look at GOP recruiting wins and stops so far. https://www.cookpolitical.com/analysis/senate/senate-overview/taking-stock-gops-senate-recruitment-wins-and-stops-so-far
    On the Senate side, @JessicaTaylor takes a new look at GOP recruiting wins and stops so far. cookpolitical.com/analysis/s…
  • Open

    R to @beenwrekt: The self-driving car industry has thrown billions of dollars at this vanity experiment. They have yielded a dangerous public nuisance. When is enouugh enough?
    The self-driving car industry has thrown billions of dollars at this vanity experiment. They have yielded a dangerous public nuisance. When is enouugh enough?
    R to @beenwrekt: The city estimates that Waymo's injury rate is 1.3 times higher than human drivers.
    The city estimates that Waymo's injury rate is 1.3 times higher than human drivers.
    R to @beenwrekt: 18 documented incidents of interfering with the work of firefighters.
    18 documented incidents of interfering with the work of firefighters.
    R to @beenwrekt: The cars are less safe than people and there is no mechanism to revoke their licenses.
    The cars are less safe than people and there is no mechanism to revoke their licenses.
    R to @beenwrekt: The real story of AI is regulatory capture.
    The real story of AI is regulatory capture.
    R to @beenwrekt: The brief filed by the city, and many on-the-ground reports, detail how unsafe these cars are. https://sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/SF-Comments-on-Waymo.pdf
    The brief filed by the city, and many on-the-ground reports, detail how unsafe these cars are. sfstandard.com/wp-content/up…
    It's crazy that a random state regulatory board is going to allow expansion of self-driving experiments in SF despite the protest of the city. https://sfstandard.com/transportation/state-commission-poised-to-approve-24-7-robotaxis-in-san-francisco-despite-local-objections/
    It's crazy that a random state regulatory board is going to allow expansion of self-driving experiments in SF despite the protest of the city. sfstandard.com/transportatio…
  • Open

    Catch up on all the new #BLSdata and publications that came out this week! https://www.bls.gov/opub/update.htm
    Catch up on all the new #BLSdata and publications that came out this week! bls.gov/opub/update.htm
  • Open

    this is why polls exist
    this is why polls exist nitter.net/DavidSacks/status/1664788807059660800#m
  • Open

    Good goal.
    Good goal.
    Seeing good football graphs in print 😍(by @jburnmurdoch)
    Seeing good football graphs in print 😍(by @jburnmurdoch)
    RT by @Zonal_Marking: Always give 110%
    Always give 110%
  • Open

    Video
    No content preview

  • Open

    Now behold! I am become carbs, destroyer of waistlines.
    Now behold! I am become carbs, destroyer of waistlines. nitter.net/WyattDuncan/status/1664480247830413312#m
  • Open

    If Rep. Mike Simpson opts to retire from his Trump +23 seat, look for a proxy war between Idaho’s pro-Simpson GOP establishment and the Freedom Caucus/Club for Growth. https://www.cookpolitical.com/analysis/house/idaho-house/2024-house-race-analysis-idaho
    If Rep. Mike Simpson opts to retire from his Trump +23 seat, look for a proxy war between Idaho’s pro-Simpson GOP establishment and the Freedom Caucus/Club for Growth. cookpolitical.com/analysis/h…
    NEW today: @amyewalter checks in on the GOP presidential primary and examines how Trump got into commanding control again. https://www.cookpolitical.com/analysis/national/national-politics/checking-gop-primary
    NEW today: @amyewalter checks in on the GOP presidential primary and examines how Trump got into commanding control again. cookpolitical.com/analysis/n…
  • Open

    R to @gelliottmorris: (note: this is not a business plan)
    (note: this is not a business plan)
    based on these rules the RNC is going to have to start paying for polling if they want a substantial sample of qualifying surveys for these purposes
    based on these rules the RNC is going to have to start paying for polling if they want a substantial sample of qualifying surveys for these purposes nitter.net/baseballot/status/1664717116807708672#m
    you’ve heard of the republican party’s “chaos caucus.” now meet the chaos congress
    you’ve heard of the republican party’s “chaos caucus.” now meet the chaos congress nitter.net/josephzeballos/status/1664628767568932868#m
  • Open

    Editorial: "If seven of the eight thresholds have been crossed, what does that mean for our still-feeble efforts to move to a more sustainable path?" https://go.nature.com/3IU6nRT
    Editorial: "If seven of the eight thresholds have been crossed, what does that mean for our still-feeble efforts to move to a more sustainable path?" go.nature.com/3IU6nRT
    Arab world's first asteroid hopper will visit seven space rocks https://go.nature.com/3ISCn8Y
    Arab world's first asteroid hopper will visit seven space rocks go.nature.com/3ISCn8Y
    There was “a very significant watering down of language in this draft compared to previous drafts”, says @SuerieMoon about the latest pandemic treaty draft. https://go.nature.com/3OQ4Yzq
    There was “a very significant watering down of language in this draft compared to previous drafts”, says @SuerieMoon about the latest pandemic treaty draft. go.nature.com/3OQ4Yzq
  • Open

    men info
    men info
    when the mario brothers mature version makes all the gamers in the world shit thier gamer panties i will only just simply smile
    when the mario brothers mature version makes all the gamers in the world shit thier gamer panties i will only just simply smile
    asking all girls if its ok to become Bi with them
    asking all girls if its ok to become Bi with them
    quick question about the posts im seeing. are these marketed towards me? are these Tailored to my interests? cant tell if theyre good or not
    quick question about the posts im seeing. are these marketed towards me? are these Tailored to my interests? cant tell if theyre good or not
    Friends - We need some positivity up on the time line. Maybe we can start by sharing mass media narratives that we think are actually good?
    Friends - We need some positivity up on the time line. Maybe we can start by sharing mass media narratives that we think are actually good?
    Image
    No content preview
  • Open

    RT by @tetraduzione: Open PhD positions with Antonio Vergari here in the School of Informatics. Some really interesting topics and great advisor!
    Open PhD positions with Antonio Vergari here in the School of Informatics. Some really interesting topics and great advisor! nitter.net/tetraduzione/status/1664725605877727234#m
    more insights and open questions on the "calibration dilemma" in deep learning
    more insights and open questions on the "calibration dilemma" in deep learning nitter.net/PreetumNakkiran/status/1664302522083971072#m
    RT by @tetraduzione: Do you know which features are learned by contrastive learning and what are its failure modes? Check out this beautiful rigorous results to learn how simplicity bias of SGD changes the picture! Congrats @xue_yihao65785,@sjoshi804,Eric Gan,@pinyuchenTW on the #ICML2023 Oral!🎉🎉
    Do you know which features are learned by contrastive learning and what are its failure modes? Check out this beautiful rigorous results to learn how simplicity bias of SGD changes the picture! Congrats @xue_yihao65785,@sjoshi804,Eric Gan,@pinyuchenTW on the #ICML2023 Oral!🎉🎉 nitter.net/xue_yihao65785/status/1664029544930762752#m  ( 1 min )
  • Open

    The evolution of the nervous system may have followed multiple paths and risen independently in two early lineages of animals, found a recent Science study in comb jellies. The results offer a new perspective on neuronal networks and neurotransmission. https://scim.ag/2Rk
    The evolution of the nervous system may have followed multiple paths and risen independently in two early lineages of animals, found a recent Science study in comb jellies. scim.ag/2Rk
  • Open

    RT by @ZoubinGhahrama1: I have fully-funded PhD positions (3.5 yrs) for troublemakers in #ML #AI who want to design the next gen of #probabilistic #models and #programs that are provably #reliable and #efficient Join @InfAtEd @EdinburghUni Email me! ✉️ Please share! 🔁 Apply 👉http://nolovedeeplearning.com/buysellexchange.html
    I have fully-funded PhD positions (3.5 yrs) for troublemakers in #ML #AI who want to design the next gen of #probabilistic #models and #programs that are provably #reliable and #efficient @InfAtEd @EdinburghUni nolovedeeplearning.com/buyse…
  • Open

    RT by @sciam: Medical guidance on when to start screening for breast cancer can seem bewildering, especially if you are in a high-risk group. Experts weigh in on mammogram recommendations and racial disparities in breast cancer deaths for my latest @sciam. https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/when-should-you-get-a-mammogram/
    Medical guidance on when to start screening for breast cancer can seem bewildering, especially if you are in a high-risk group. Experts weigh in on mammogram recommendations and racial disparities in breast cancer deaths for my latest @sciam. scientificamerican.com/artic…  ( 1 min )
    RT by @sciam: a bit of news: i’ve been chosen to be part of the #Maynard200 program for 2023. looking forward to meeting all these wonderful newsmakers and working to lift each other up in building a more diverse and equitable profession
    a bit of news: i’ve been chosen to be part of the #Maynard200 program for 2023. looking forward to meeting all these wonderful newsmakers and working to lift each other up in building a more diverse and equitable profession nitter.net/MaynardInst/status/1664297496091164672#m  ( 1 min )
  • Open

    Image
    No content preview
  • Open

    RT by @ground_guru: Parma are the latest club to recognise the benefits of integrating predictive Opta Vision metrics into its scouting, analysis & performance processes. @mathlacome tells @ground_guru how data sits at the heart of the club’s long-term strategic planning ⬇️ https://trainingground.guru/articles/mathieu-lacome-how-data-analytics-is-powering-parma-new-era
    Parma are the latest club to recognise the benefits of integrating predictive Opta Vision metrics into its scouting, analysis & performance processes. @mathlacome tells @ground_guru how data sits at the heart of the club’s long-term strategic planning ⬇️ trainingground.guru/articles…
  • Open

    RT by @OptaAnalyst: Six La Liga teams could still be relegated on the final day. 🤯The permutations are mind-bending 🔻Real Valladolid occupy the last relegation spot 📉Five clubs could be tied on 41 pts @RyanRyanBenson attempted to break it down as simply as possible... https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/la-liga-relegation-permutations/
    Six La Liga teams could still be relegated on the final day. @RyanRyanBenson attempted to break it down as simply as possible... theanalyst.com/eu/2023/06/la…
  • Open

    Hey NORTH CAROLINA I’m on my way! I’ll be at the Carolina Theatre!
    Hey NORTH CAROLINA I’m on my way! I’ll be at the Carolina Theatre!
  • Open

    Job openings rate at 6.1 percent in April 2023 https://www.bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/job-openings-rate-at-6-1-percent-in-april-2023.htm #BLSdata
    Job openings rate at 6.1 percent in April 2023 bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/job-op… #BLSdata
    What Is Seasonal Adjustment? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5crZlT5jM7U #BLSdata
    What Is Seasonal Adjustment? piped.video/watch?v=5crZlT5j… #BLSdata
    Understanding BLS Unemployment Statistics https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPCbBP7wJ6c #JobsReport #BLSdata
    Understanding BLS Unemployment Statistics piped.video/watch?v=BPCbBP7w… #JobsReport #BLSdata
    See our interactive graphics on today’s #JobsReport https://www.bls.gov/charts/employment-situation/ #BLSdata #DataViz
    See our interactive graphics on today’s #JobsReport bls.gov/charts/employment-si… #BLSdata #DataViz
    Payroll employment increases by 339,000 in May; unemployment rate rises to 3.7% https://www.bls.gov/news.release/empsit.nr0.htm #JobsReport #BLSdata
    Payroll employment increases by 339,000 in May; unemployment rate rises to 3.7% bls.gov/news.release/empsit.… #JobsReport #BLSdata  ( 1 min )
  • Open

    R to @beenwrekt: I'm sure this essay is in the training set. https://strikemag.org/bullshit-jobs/
    I'm sure this essay is in the training set. strikemag.org/bullshit-jobs/
    R to @beenwrekt: What's the subjective probability of us offloading all work on AIs, only for them to get fed up with the bullshit, quit their jobs, and start a commune in the Oregon woods?
    What's the subjective probability of us offloading all work on AIs, only for them to get fed up with the bullshit, quit their jobs, and start a commune in the Oregon woods?
    Too much discourse about existential risk of AI. Not enough discourse about existential crisis of AI. https://youtu.be/sa9MpLXuLs0
    Too much discourse about existential risk of AI. Not enough discourse about existential crisis of AI. piped.video/sa9MpLXuLs0
  • Open

    Really enjoyed this, always a pleasure to chat with @Knox_Harrington.
    Really enjoyed this, always a pleasure to chat with @Knox_Harrington. nitter.net/TheAnfieldWrap/status/1664271167547666432#m
  • Open

    RT by @pixelatedboat: AI is making a far worse world already. Every time my son makes a mistake he apologizes using AI
    AI is making a far worse world already. Every time my son makes a mistake he apologizes using AI
    Happy new Protomartyr album day to those who celebrate
    Happy new Protomartyr album day to those who celebrate
  • Open

    For all the focus on the Freedom Caucus, opposition to the debt ceiling deal ended up being proportionately much higher among Senate Republicans (31 of 48) than House Republicans (71 of 220). Not part of negotiations + no need to show loyalty to McCarthy = more reason to vote no.
    For all the focus on the Freedom Caucus, opposition to the debt ceiling deal ended up being proportionately much higher among Senate Republicans (31 of 48) than House Republicans (71 of 220). Not part of negotiations + no need to show loyalty to McCarthy = more reason to vote no.
    Given how many times over the years the House has been forced to swallow a deal negotiated in the Senate, it's amusing to see the "now, wait just a minute here" attitude that arises once the shoe's finally on the other foot
    Given how many times over the years the House has been forced to swallow a deal negotiated in the Senate, it's amusing to see the "now, wait just a minute here" attitude that arises once the shoe's finally on the other foot

  • Open

    Unemployment rates were lower in April 2023 than a year earlier in 16 states https://www.bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/unemployment-rates-were-lower-in-april-2023-than-a-year-earlier-in-16-states.htm #BLSdata
    Unemployment rates were lower in April 2023 than a year earlier in 16 states bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/unempl… #BLSdata
    Unemployment rates were lower in April 2023 than a year earlier in 16 states https://www.bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/unemployment-rates-were-lower-in-april-2023-than-a-year-earlier-in-16-states.htm #BLSdata
    Unemployment rates were lower in April 2023 than a year earlier in 16 states bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/unempl… #BLSdata
    Understanding Unit Labor Costs https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XJGl04elEPI #BLSdata #Productivity
    Understanding Unit Labor Costs piped.video/watch?v=XJGl04el… #BLSdata #Productivity
    What is #productivity? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y_kX5KKCJoU #BLSdata
    What is #productivity? piped.video/watch?v=y_kX5KKC… #BLSdata
    See our interactive graphics on today’s new #BLSdata on #Productivity and #Costs https://www.bls.gov/charts/productivity-and-costs/ #DataViz
    See our interactive graphics on today’s new #BLSdata on #Productivity and #Costs bls.gov/charts/productivity-… #DataViz
    Productivity decreases 2.1% in Q1 2023; unit labor costs increase 4.2% (annual rates) https://www.bls.gov/news.release/prod2.nr0.htm #Productivity #BLSdata
    Productivity decreases 2.1% in Q1 2023; unit labor costs increase 4.2% (annual rates) bls.gov/news.release/prod2.n… #Productivity #BLSdata
  • Open

    RT by @tetraduzione: It is really "unimaginable power"?
    It is really "unimaginable power"?
    RT by @tetraduzione: 📢Call for Papers! Join the Deep Learning meets Neuromorphic Hardware w at #ECMLPKDD23. Explore the intersection of #DeepLearning and #NeuromorphicComputing for energy-efficient AI systems. Deadline: June 12, 2023. Don't miss out! #AI #ML #DLNHWorkshop
    📢Call for Papers! Join the Deep Learning meets Neuromorphic Hardware w at #ECMLPKDD23. Explore the intersection of #DeepLearning and #NeuromorphicComputing for energy-efficient AI systems. #AI #ML #DLNHWorkshop
    Knowledge graph #embeddings can transfer to challenging downstream #biomed prediction tasks such as drug-drug and protein interactions cc @ejimenez_ruiz @jpansw
    Knowledge graph #embeddings can transfer to challenging downstream #biomed prediction tasks such as drug-drug and protein interactions @ejimenez_ruiz @jpansw nitter.net/aryopg/status/1664221440751665154#m
    RT by @tetraduzione: Happy #PrideMonth2023 from everyone at @InfAtEd! Get ready for a month packed with #Pride events. @UoEStaffPride have got a range of activities to educate, entertain, and build community. 🏳️‍🌈 See the full lineup in SPN's new blog post: http://edin.ac/3NgMAPf
    Happy #PrideMonth2023 from everyone at @InfAtEd! #Pride events. @UoEStaffPride have got a range of activities to educate, entertain, and build community. edin.ac/3NgMAPf
    RT by @tetraduzione: Huge kudos to my collaborators @DominikBiomedAI, @wolfdewulf, @piyush_borole, @AlfaroJav, @PMinervini, @tetraduzione, Ajitha Rajan 🧵 5/5
    Huge kudos to my collaborators @DominikBiomedAI, @wolfdewulf, @piyush_borole, @AlfaroJav, @PMinervini, @tetraduzione, Ajitha Rajan 🧵 5/5
    RT by @tetraduzione: Why stop there? BioKG covers a wide range of entities, and fine-tuning neural link predictors trained on it works extremely well! Our KGE model that is pretrained with BioKG achieves SoTA results across 4 downstream polypharmacy tasks with a tiny computational footprint! 🧵 4/5
    Why stop there? BioKG covers a wide range of entities, and fine-tuning neural link predictors trained on it works extremely well! Our KGE model that is pretrained with BioKG achieves SoTA results across 4 downstream polypharmacy tasks with a tiny computational footprint! 🧵 4/5
  • Open

    I noticed a number of these, and they left me with the feeling that Nicholson was playing his part for laughs. Ruined the movie for me, tbqh.
    I noticed a number of these, and they left me with the feeling that Nicholson was playing his part for laughs. Ruined the movie for me, tbqh. nitter.net/nessuno2001/status/1663917603662835714#m
    tmblr.co/ZuM2Kydw4SzMyq00
    tmblr.co/ZuM2Kydw4SzMyq00
  • Open

    RT by @DaveAHopkins: Many similarities! Two former VPs with other important experience and not favorites of their party bases, despite much "evolution" on issues. For a time (even pre-Gulf War) GHW Bush was more popular than Biden ever has been, but it was a less polarized era.
    Many similarities! Two former VPs with other important experience and not favorites of their party bases, despite much "evolution" on issues. For a time (even pre-Gulf War) GHW Bush was more popular than Biden ever has been, but it was a less polarized era. nitter.net/DaveAHopkins/status/1664337126010548225#m
    Comparing modern presidents' governing styles, it seems more and more like Biden most resembles George H. W. Bush: cares most about the inside game of policy and dealmaking, pitch to voters is competence/responsibility rather than charisma/symbolism https://www.politico.com/news/2023/06/01/just-dont-boast-how-biden-world-sought-to-ace-the-debt-ceiling-standoff-00099671
    Comparing modern presidents' governing styles, it seems more and more like Biden most resembles George H. W. Bush: cares most about the inside game of policy and dealmaking, pitch to voters is competence/responsibility rather than charisma/symbolism politico.com/news/2023/06/01…
    The view from the top of the hill is different from the back benches; risk is less attractive when you already have power (& a close election next year). McCarthy & Biden were willing to move their positions to reduce uncertainty: no default, no 14th Am. court fight, no shutdown.
    The view from the top of the hill is different from the back benches; risk is less attractive when you already have power (& a close election next year). McCarthy & Biden were willing to move their positions to reduce uncertainty: no default, no 14th Am. court fight, no shutdown.
  • Open

    #SCOTUS says it will release more opinions next Thursday, June 8, at 10 am. Still waiting on rulings on use of race in college admissions, student loan debt relief program, voting rights, & others.
    #SCOTUS says it will release more opinions next Thursday, June 8, at 10 am. Still waiting on rulings on use of race in college admissions, student loan debt relief program, voting rights, & others.
  • Open

    Candidate recruitment is top of mind for Senate Republicans these days. And while they've notched some wins so far, much remains to be seen. @JessicaTaylor on where the GOP stands in their quest to take back the upper chamber: https://www.cookpolitical.com/analysis/senate/senate-overview/taking-stock-gops-senate-recruitment-wins-and-stops-so-far
    Candidate recruitment is top of mind for Senate Republicans these days. And while they've notched some wins so far, much remains to be seen. @JessicaTaylor on where the GOP stands in their quest to take back the upper chamber: cookpolitical.com/analysis/s…
    A quiet cycle for Idaho House races? Maybe, maybe not: https://www.cookpolitical.com/analysis/house/idaho-house/2024-house-race-analysis-idaho
    A quiet cycle for Idaho House races? Maybe, maybe not: cookpolitical.com/analysis/h…
  • Open

    🎉 We have hit 100,000 followers! 📈 Thank you all for the support, stay tuned for more exciting research updates from BAIR!
    🎉 We have hit 100,000 followers! 📈 Thank you all for the support, stay tuned for more exciting research updates from BAIR!
  • Open

    RT by @gelliottmorris: It's an interesting piece, but the point I always come down to here (and you've noted this a lot too) is... (1) the generational lean of these voters is ahistorically Dem in absolute numbers (2) the typical shift right observed in polling does not erase the sheer size of the gap
    It's an interesting piece, but the point I always come down to here (and you've noted this a lot too) is... (1) the generational lean of these voters is ahistorically Dem in absolute numbers (2) the typical shift right observed in polling does not erase the sheer size of the gap
    R to @gelliottmorris: deal could technically still fall apart but to people who said we would hit the limit because republicans don’t like spending (paraphrasing) i would say that this is an issue where we should not mistake *polarization* of members with *sorting*
    deal could technically still fall apart but to people who said we would hit the limit because republicans don’t like spending (paraphrasing) i would say that this is an issue where we should not mistake *polarization* of members with *sorting*
    The Biden/McCarthy debt limit bill passes with support of 72% of House members, which IMO is in line w expectations driven by (1) long history of bipartisan deals on debt & (2) public opinion polls that framed this is an important issue that’s separate from discretionary spending
    The Biden/McCarthy debt limit bill passes with support of 72% of House members, which IMO is in line w expectations driven by (1) long history of bipartisan deals on debt & (2) public opinion polls that framed this is an important issue that’s separate from discretionary spending nitter.net/JakeSherman/status/1664080912999497730#m
  • Open

    RT by @sciam: Our Season 5 Bonus Episode is out now! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-in-a-street-name-everything/id1590670779?i=1000615253712 Nyswanderweg, a pinky-sized residential street in #Hamburg, #Germany, is easy to miss. Yet it’s a significant monument to an American psychiatrist: Marie Nyswander. #womeninSTEM #psychiatry #podcasts @sciam @prx
    Our Season 5 Bonus Episode is out now! podcasts.apple.com/us/podcas… #Hamburg, #Germany, is easy to miss. Yet it’s a significant monument to an American psychiatrist: Marie Nyswander. #womeninSTEM #psychiatry #podcasts @sciam @prx
    RT by @sciam: Join us for the 2023 Slam on June 21, a free virtual showdown where contestants pitch their science spinoff company to win the Spinoff Prize from Nature Awards & Merck. Don't miss your chance to learn what it takes to compete for €30,000! https://go.nature.com/3OhKzD2
    Join us for the 2023 Slam on June 21, a free virtual showdown where contestants pitch their science spinoff company to win the Spinoff Prize from Nature Awards & Merck. Don't miss your chance to learn what it takes to compete for €30,000! go.nature.com/3OhKzD2
  • Open

    RT by @ZoubinGhahrama1: Super exciting work by many at Google to push forward ML models that help with many aspects of the software development process. Not just simple code completion, but fixing compilation errors, suggesting test cases, helping w/ code review comments, and all kinds of other things.
    Super exciting work by many at Google to push forward ML models that help with many aspects of the software development process. Not just simple code completion, but fixing compilation errors, suggesting test cases, helping w/ code review comments, and all kinds of other things. nitter.net/GoogleAI/status/1663965370296705024#m  ( 1 min )
  • Open

    Good concept and well-written explainer. Renard with the best score = yeah that seems to work.
    Good concept and well-written explainer. Renard with the best score = yeah that seems to work. nitter.net/StatsBomb/status/1664236336281182210#m
    RT by @Zonal_Marking: There were 151 goals scored from corners in the Premier League this season. A piece on why corners are so important now in the league. https://theathletic.com/4558413/2023/06/01/innovation-and-execution-why-corners-are-so-important-now-in-the-premier-league/
    There were 151 goals scored from corners in the Premier League this season. theathletic.com/4558413/2023…
  • Open

    RT by @andrewgwils: Let’s design proteins directly in sequence space with new methods NOS and LaMBO-2! 🏎️ Protein Design with Guided Discrete Diffusion https://arxiv.org/abs/2305.20009 Includes wet-lab evaluation 🧪 1/7
    Let’s design proteins directly in sequence space with new methods NOS and LaMBO-2! 🏎️ arxiv.org/abs/2305.20009 Includes wet-lab evaluation 🧪 1/7  ( 1 min )
    R to @andrewgwils: Many more results, interpretations, and understanding investigations, including the role of architecture, in the paper. I was particularly proud of first author Lily Li, for such a substantive undertaking as her first paper! Code available at: https://github.com/yucenli/bnn-bo 9/9
    Many more results, interpretations, and understanding investigations, including the role of architecture, in the paper. I was particularly proud of first author Lily Li, for such a substantive undertaking as her first paper! Code available at: github.com/yucenli/bnn-bo 9/9  ( 2 min )
    R to @andrewgwils: But the biggest surprise was how well infinite width BNNs do, especially in higher dimensional settings. I-BNNs have appealing features for BayesOpt: non-Euclidean similarity metrics, exact inference, non-stationarity, and are not data hungry, with few hypers to learn. 8/9
    But the biggest surprise was how well infinite width BNNs do, especially in higher dimensional settings. I-BNNs have appealing features for BayesOpt: non-Euclidean similarity metrics, exact inference, non-stationarity, and are not data hungry, with few hypers to learn. 8/9  ( 2 min )
    R to @andrewgwils: And there were many exciting results. HMC is much more reliable than SGHMC, and deep ensembles work surprisingly poorly. Deep kernel learning is competitive with finite BNNs, suggesting that stochastic network parameters are not crucial. And standard GPs hold up pretty well. 7/9
    And there were many exciting results. HMC is much more reliable than SGHMC, and deep ensembles work surprisingly poorly. Deep kernel learning is competitive with finite BNNs, suggesting that stochastic network parameters are not crucial. And standard GPs hold up pretty well. 7/9
    R to @andrewgwils: I really loved this project. We didn’t have a “horse in the race”. Any result would aid our scientific understanding, and indeed I would even have been happy for Matern GPs to dominate! This was really valued when I presented this work earlier at Meta. https://twitter.com/andrewgwils/status/1662828267215233026?s=20 6/9
    I really loved this project. We didn’t have a “horse in the race”. Any result would aid our scientific understanding, and indeed I would even have been happy for Matern GPs to dominate! This was really valued when I presented this work earlier at Meta. nitter.net/andrewgwils/stat… nitter.net/andrewgwils/status/1662828267215233026#m
    R to @andrewgwils: We also consider a range of problems, covering single and multi-objectives, continuous and discrete inputs, varying dimensionality, and non-stationarity. These help us understand the role of representation learning, stochasticity, and non-Euclidean metrics in BayesOpt. 5/9
    We also consider a range of problems, covering single and multi-objectives, continuous and discrete inputs, varying dimensionality, and non-stationarity. These help us understand the role of representation learning, stochasticity, and non-Euclidean metrics in BayesOpt. 5/9
    R to @andrewgwils: We perform an exhaustive study covering many surrogates, including finite-width fully stochastic BNNs with HMC, SGHMC, and deep ensembles, as well as infinite width BNNs, linearized Laplace, deep kernel learning, and standard Matern kernel GPs. 4/9
    We perform an exhaustive study covering many surrogates, including finite-width fully stochastic BNNs with HMC, SGHMC, and deep ensembles, as well as infinite width BNNs, linearized Laplace, deep kernel learning, and standard Matern kernel GPs. 4/9
    R to @andrewgwils: It's not that standard GPs are necessarily best. We just don't really know. This question is particularly timely given recent advances in Bayesian neural nets, and newer acquisition functions that operate on posterior samples, without requiring closed form inference. 3/9
    It's not that standard GPs are necessarily best. We just don't really know. This question is particularly timely given recent advances in Bayesian neural nets, and newer acquisition functions that operate on posterior samples, without requiring closed form inference. 3/9
    R to @andrewgwils: BayesOpt research has largely been focused on the design of acquisition functions, leaving an extremely fundamental design decision relatively unexplored: what should we be using as surrogate models for the objective functions we optimize? GPs are used almost exclusively. 2/9
    BayesOpt research has largely been focused on the design of acquisition functions, leaving an extremely fundamental design decision relatively unexplored: what should we be using as surrogate models for the objective functions we optimize? GPs are used almost exclusively. 2/9
    BayesOpt is a major success story of Bayesian ML. But there's an elephant in the room: should we be considering surrogate models besides GPs? A Study of Bayesian Neural Network Surrogates for Bayesian Optimization: https://arxiv.org/abs/2305.20028 w/Lily Li & @timrudner! 1/9
    BayesOpt is a major success story of Bayesian ML. But there's an elephant in the room: should we be considering surrogate models besides GPs? arxiv.org/abs/2305.20028 @timrudner! 1/9
  • Open

    I’ve got a cartoon strip in this book, but you should buy it anyway.
    I’ve got a cartoon strip in this book, but you should buy it anyway. nitter.net/maxrushden/status/1664197817357963265#m
    RT by @squires_david: From the world's most popular football podcast, introducing The Football Weekly Book. Out in September and containing all the nonsense jokes, off-the-wall trivia and occasional insightful remarks that you could wish for, it's available to pre-order now⚽ http://guardianbookshop.com/the-football-weekly-book-9781783352906?utm_source=theguardian&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=footballweeklybook
    From the world's most popular football podcast, introducing The Football Weekly Book. guardianbookshop.com/the-foo…
  • Open

    Nothing has changed.
    Nothing has changed.  ( 1 min )
  • Open

    Video
    No content preview
  • Open

    A 314-117 vote with 149 Rs and 165 Ds to lift the debt limit doesn’t exactly scream “we need to take this out of Congress’s hands in the future.” Recent track record of bipartisan dealmaking has been fairly impressive given intense polarization of electorate.
    A 314-117 vote with 149 Rs and 165 Ds to lift the debt limit doesn’t exactly scream “we need to take this out of Congress’s hands in the future.” Recent track record of bipartisan dealmaking has been fairly impressive given intense polarization of electorate.
  • Open

    Boiled, smashed, and pan-roasted sunchokes, enriched with butter and thyme, are the perfect side dish for any meal. https://www.seriouseats.com/smashed-sunchokes-with-thyme-butter?taid=6477edab593b3c000180d39e&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Boiled, smashed, and pan-roasted sunchokes, enriched with butter and thyme, are the perfect side dish for any meal. seriouseats.com/smashed-sunc…
  • Open

    Research briefing: Machine-learning model makes predictions about network biology https://go.nature.com/3oEAW7c
    Research briefing: Machine-learning model makes predictions about network biology go.nature.com/3oEAW7c
    The human brain’s characteristic wrinkles help to drive how it works https://go.nature.com/3C3aMhh
    The human brain’s characteristic wrinkles help to drive how it works go.nature.com/3C3aMhh

  • Open

    Search for distant atmosphere off to a rocky start https://go.nature.com/43zSLmx
    Search for distant atmosphere off to a rocky start go.nature.com/43zSLmx
    Nature research paper: The effects of cash transfers on adult and child mortality in low- and middle-income countries https://go.nature.com/3qebXYB
    Nature research paper: The effects of cash transfers on adult and child mortality in low- and middle-income countries go.nature.com/3qebXYB
    Editorial: Why ideas of ‘planetary boundaries’ must uphold environmental justice https://go.nature.com/3ITjFxR
    Editorial: Why ideas of ‘planetary boundaries’ must uphold environmental justice go.nature.com/3ITjFxR
    A new study in Nature presents a set of measures assessing the impact of humanity on the Earth system, intended to help ensure safety and justice for all living things https://go.nature.com/3N5CeRY
    A new study in Nature presents a set of measures assessing the impact of humanity on the Earth system, intended to help ensure safety and justice for all living things go.nature.com/3N5CeRY
    A tool for optimizing messenger RNA sequence https://go.nature.com/45HbjU2
    A tool for optimizing messenger RNA sequence go.nature.com/45HbjU2
    Nature research paper: Pan-KRAS inhibitor disables oncogenic signalling and tumour growth https://go.nature.com/3N7b7Gn
    Nature research paper: Pan-KRAS inhibitor disables oncogenic signalling and tumour growth go.nature.com/3N7b7Gn
    How a protein differentiates between rare-earth elements https://go.nature.com/3C3Gr2f
    How a protein differentiates between rare-earth elements go.nature.com/3C3Gr2f
    Nature research paper: Safe and just Earth system boundaries https://go.nature.com/3MPpnlM
    Nature research paper: Safe and just Earth system boundaries go.nature.com/3MPpnlM
    Research briefing: Cash-transfer programmes reduce mortality in low- and middle-income countries https://go.nature.com/3MJpqPP
    Research briefing: Cash-transfer programmes reduce mortality in low- and middle-income countries go.nature.com/3MJpqPP
    Research briefing: The geometry of the human brain shapes its function https://go.nature.com/3MFmqE9
    Research briefing: The geometry of the human brain shapes its function go.nature.com/3MFmqE9
    AI intensifies fight against ‘paper mills’ that churn out fake research https://go.nature.com/45B6n2T
    AI intensifies fight against ‘paper mills’ that churn out fake research go.nature.com/45B6n2T
    "Sure, Amazon had same-day delivery, but how could it compete with a company that delivered what you wanted before the thought had even entered your head?" Read more in this sci-fi short story by Andrew Kozma https://go.nature.com/3NeE17z
    "Sure, Amazon had same-day delivery, but how could it compete with a company that delivered what you wanted before the thought had even entered your head?" go.nature.com/3NeE17z
    RT by @Nature: Drop everything and read this climate piece from Cynthia Houniuhi of @pisfcc. From 27 law students in a classroom to a case before the world's highest court: https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-023-01751-1
    Drop everything and read this climate piece from Cynthia Houniuhi of @pisfcc. From 27 law students in a classroom to a case before the world's highest court: nature.com/articles/d41586-0…
    RT by @Nature: Chemists have invented ways to insert, delete or swap individual atoms in the cores of molecules. “Almost magical that these changes are now possible”, Richmond Sarpong (@SarpongGroup) tells @markpeplow | @Nature 🧵on skeletal editing & why it's exciting https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-023-01735-1
    Chemists have invented ways to insert, delete or swap individual atoms in the cores of molecules. “Almost magical that these changes are now possible”, Richmond Sarpong (@SarpongGroup) tells @markpeplow | @Nature nature.com/articles/d41586-0…
    Surgical wonders and dodgy medical ethics: the Hunterian Museum reopens https://go.nature.com/42c4NBv
    Surgical wonders and dodgy medical ethics: the Hunterian Museum reopens go.nature.com/42c4NBv
    In India, children under-16 returning to school this month will no longer be taught about evolution, the periodic table of elements, or sources of energy https://go.nature.com/3oB7HlH
    In India, children under-16 returning to school this month will no longer be taught about evolution, the periodic table of elements, or sources of energy go.nature.com/3oB7HlH
    An explosion of skeletal editing methods to insert, delete or swap individual atoms in molecular backbones could boost drug discovery. “It’s almost magical that these changes are now possible” says Richmond Sarpong at the University of California, Berkeley https://go.nature.com/3INGTFF
    An explosion of skeletal editing methods to insert, delete or swap individual atoms in molecular backbones could boost drug discovery. “It’s almost magical that these changes are now possible” says Richmond Sarpong at the University of California, Berkeley go.nature.com/3INGTFF
    Cultural and heritage researcher Arianna Traviglia uses robotic technology to painstakingly reconstruct 2,000-year-old mural paintings in Pompeii https://go.nature.com/3WWBTVf
    Cultural and heritage researcher Arianna Traviglia uses robotic technology to painstakingly reconstruct 2,000-year-old mural paintings in Pompeii go.nature.com/3WWBTVf
  • Open

    RT by @pixelatedboat: George Hall at 76 playing a 93 year old Indiana Jones set in 1992. Harrison Ford at 80 playing a 70 year old Indy set in 1969.
    George Hall at 76 playing a 93 year old Indiana Jones set in 1992. Harrison Ford at 80 playing a 70 year old Indy set in 1969.
  • Open

    Vicious attacks on women often accompany economic upheavals https://trib.al/UEaJ1O2
    Vicious attacks on women often accompany economic upheavals trib.al/UEaJ1O2
    A new analysis finds that dry air and record-breaking temperatures linked to climate change have led to more frequent severe fires in California https://trib.al/o9JqxP6
    A new analysis finds that dry air and record-breaking temperatures linked to climate change have led to more frequent severe fires in California trib.al/o9JqxP6
    A robotic finger's supersensitive touches could probe inside body parts and circuits https://trib.al/IdH7J8J
    A robotic finger's supersensitive touches could probe inside body parts and circuits trib.al/IdH7J8J
    Killer whales in a group near Spain and Portugal may be teaching one another to mess with small boats. https://trib.al/LzmUuIh
    Killer whales in a group near Spain and Portugal may be teaching one another to mess with small boats. trib.al/LzmUuIh
    The emerging field of synthetic morphology bends boundaries between natural and artificial life https://trib.al/2ezLsJU
    The emerging field of synthetic morphology bends boundaries between natural and artificial life trib.al/2ezLsJU
    RT by @sciam: Our Season 5 BONUS EPISODE drops tomorrow! We're asking a question that *we promise* has to do with #WomenInSTEM: How do German streets get their names? Listen wherever you get your #podcasts. And in the meantime, catch up on Season 5: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lost-women-of-science/id1590670779 @prx @sciam
    Our Season 5 BONUS EPISODE drops tomorrow! #WomenInSTEM: How do German streets get their names? #podcasts. And in the meantime, catch up on Season 5: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcas… @prx @sciam
    With climate change, today’s hot summers will be among the coolest of the rest of our lives. Understanding record-breaking heat waves on 🎧 Science, Quickly, with 🎙️ @AndreaTWeather and @kelso_harper Listen now on @spotifypodcasts 🔗 https://bit.ly/3WsAeX5
    With climate change, today’s hot summers will be among the coolest of the rest of our lives. @AndreaTWeather and @kelso_harper @spotifypodcasts 🔗 bit.ly/3WsAeX5
    The COVID pandemic caused a U.S.-wide decline in fertility rates, but red states actually saw increases https://trib.al/Dd0r6bv
    The COVID pandemic caused a U.S.-wide decline in fertility rates, but red states actually saw increases trib.al/Dd0r6bv
    RT by @sciam: Chien-shiung Wu, born on this day in 1912, devised an experiment that demonstrated entanglement & toppled the principle of parity & tops a list of women who should have gotten a Nobel but didn't https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/the-little-known-origin-story-behind-the-2022-nobel-prize-in-physics/ via @sciam
    Chien-shiung Wu, born on this day in 1912, devised an experiment that demonstrated entanglement & toppled the principle of parity & tops a list of women who should have gotten a Nobel but didn't scientificamerican.com/artic… via @sciam
    Allergies on the rise, the political power of dried plants, your brain on music, and more books out this month https://trib.al/06EaIbA
    Allergies on the rise, the political power of dried plants, your brain on music, and more books out this month trib.al/06EaIbA
    RT by @sciam: "We are talking about birds that weighed as much as a sports car, birds who were the top predators of their day—prowling the jungle and devouring animals the size of small horses—birds so gargantuan that you could mistake them for an airplane." https://www.scientificamerican.com/podcast/episode/this-massive-scientific-discovery-sat-hidden-in-a-museum-drawer-for-decades/ on @sciam
    "We are talking about birds that weighed as much as a sports car, birds who were the top predators of their day—prowling the jungle and devouring animals the size of small horses—birds so gargantuan that you could mistake them for an airplane." scientificamerican.com/podca… on @sciam
    As more researchers document the potential harms of social media use, especially for youngsters, both Republicans and Democrats are pushing legislation to rein in platforms https://trib.al/VpDrViI
    As more researchers document the potential harms of social media use, especially for youngsters, both Republicans and Democrats are pushing legislation to rein in platforms trib.al/VpDrViI
    Frontotemporal dementia can release the creative potential of the brain's visual areas https://trib.al/af30dht
    Frontotemporal dementia can release the creative potential of the brain's visual areas trib.al/af30dht
    Rising temperatures could increase global inflation by as much as 1 percent every year until 2035 https://trib.al/cr5xbBC
    Rising temperatures could increase global inflation by as much as 1 percent every year until 2035 trib.al/cr5xbBC
  • Open

    Nonfarm payroll employment up in 40 states from April 2022 to April 2023 https://www.bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/nonfarm-payroll-employment-up-in-40-states-from-april-2022-to-april-2023.htm #BLSdata
    Nonfarm payroll employment up in 40 states from April 2022 to April 2023 bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/nonfar… #BLSdata
    Nonfarm payroll employment up in 40 states from April 2022 to April 2023 https://www.bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/nonfarm-payroll-employment-up-in-40-states-from-april-2022-to-april-2023.htm #BLSdata
    Nonfarm payroll employment up in 40 states from April 2022 to April 2023 bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/nonfar… #BLSdata
    See our interactive graphics on today’s new metro area #employment and #unemployment data https://www.bls.gov/charts/metro-area-employment-and-unemployment/ #BLSdata #DataViz
    See our interactive graphics on today’s new metro area #employment and #unemployment data bls.gov/charts/metro-area-em… #BLSdata #DataViz
    See our interactive graphics on today’s new job openings and labor turnover numbers https://www.bls.gov/charts/job-openings-and-labor-turnover/ #JOLTS #BLSdata #DataViz
    See our interactive graphics on today’s new job openings and labor turnover numbers bls.gov/charts/job-openings-… #JOLTS #BLSdata #DataViz
    April jobless rates down over the year in 252 of 389 metro areas; payroll jobs up in 76 https://www.bls.gov/news.release/metro.nr0.htm #BLSdata
    April jobless rates down over the year in 252 of 389 metro areas; payroll jobs up in 76 bls.gov/news.release/metro.n… #BLSdata
    April job openings edge up; total separations and layoffs and discharges decrease https://www.bls.gov/news.release/jolts.nr0.htm #JOLTS #BLSdata
    April job openings edge up; total separations and layoffs and discharges decrease bls.gov/news.release/jolts.n… #JOLTS #BLSdata
  • Open

    From an array of fruity popsicles to DIY Fudgsicles and pudding pops, these icy treats will take you back to the good ol' days. https://www.seriouseats.com/popsicle-recipes?taid=6477d193593b3c0001b87432&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    From an array of fruity popsicles to DIY Fudgsicles and pudding pops, these icy treats will take you back to the good ol' days. seriouseats.com/popsicle-rec…
    Our version of Cuban ropa vieja eliminates the two-pot approach, for better beefy flavor and more efficient prep. https://www.seriouseats.com/ropa-vieja-cuban-latin-american-beef-stew-recipe?taid=6477c387593b3c0001b29b9f&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Our version of Cuban ropa vieja eliminates the two-pot approach, for better beefy flavor and more efficient prep. seriouseats.com/ropa-vieja-c…
    Ready in just an hour, this chicken cacciatore has all the flavor and depth of a slow-cooked recipe. https://www.seriouseats.com/chicken-cacciatore-red-peppers-recipe?taid=6477b5906859090001c42630&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Ready in just an hour, this chicken cacciatore has all the flavor and depth of a slow-cooked recipe. seriouseats.com/chicken-cacc…
    By the time the stalks are tender, the stock and butter reduce and emulsify into a rich sauce. https://www.seriouseats.com/braised-asparagus-recipe?taid=647799696859090001c41d44&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    By the time the stalks are tender, the stock and butter reduce and emulsify into a rich sauce. seriouseats.com/braised-aspa…
    Creamed shishitos are perfect as a stand-alone side dish, a pizza topping, a taco filling, and so much more. https://www.seriouseats.com/creamed-shishitos?taid=64778b71593b3c0001b285d9&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Creamed shishitos are perfect as a stand-alone side dish, a pizza topping, a taco filling, and so much more. seriouseats.com/creamed-shis…
    A primer on how wheat protein enhances doughs, batters, and baked goods of all kinds—and what "gluten-free" actually means. https://www.seriouseats.com/what-is-gluten-free-bread-dough-pasta?taid=64777d3fbe2e4a000199c4d0&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    A primer on how wheat protein enhances doughs, batters, and baked goods of all kinds—and what "gluten-free" actually means. seriouseats.com/what-is-glut…
    Double up on mushroom flavor with sliced fresh mushrooms and a rich mushroom duxelles, made with shallots, thyme, and cognac. https://www.seriouseats.com/mushroom-duxelles-truffle-pizza-recipe?taid=64776114f7bfd60001650f6d&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Double up on mushroom flavor with sliced fresh mushrooms and a rich mushroom duxelles, made with shallots, thyme, and cognac. seriouseats.com/mushroom-dux…
    This creamy, homemade macaroni and cheese has fewer ingredients than the boxed version, and comes together in the same amount of time. https://www.seriouseats.com/ingredient-stovetop-mac-and-cheese-recipe?taid=64775309be2e4a000199b41a&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    This creamy, homemade macaroni and cheese has fewer ingredients than the boxed version, and comes together in the same amount of time. seriouseats.com/ingredient-s…
    With nothing more than a pan and some butter, garlic, and herbs, you can make an astoundingly delicious rack of lamb. Here's how. https://www.seriouseats.com/pan-roasted-rack-of-lamb?taid=64769c243e63f90001089138&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    With nothing more than a pan and some butter, garlic, and herbs, you can make an astoundingly delicious rack of lamb. Here's how. seriouseats.com/pan-roasted-…
  • Open

    Max always tweets a year or two ahead of schedule.
    Max always tweets a year or two ahead of schedule. nitter.net/mraginsky/status/1556318610439942144#m
    R to @beenwrekt: Of course, they have since scrubbed their webpage of any mention of FTX. I wonder why? https://neurips2022.mlsafety.org/terms-and-conditions
    Of course, they have since scrubbed their webpage of any mention of FTX. I wonder why? neurips2022.mlsafety.org/ter…
    R to @beenwrekt: The same people who wrote that open letter ran a workshop sponsored by FTX at Neurips. They offered 100K in paper awards! https://web.archive.org/web/20220817083055/https://neurips2022.mlsafety.org/terms-and-conditions
    The same people who wrote that open letter ran a workshop sponsored by FTX at Neurips. They offered 100K in paper awards! web.archive.org/web/20220817…
    Are we going to memoryhole that one of the biggest funders of AI-risk nonsense was the FTX Future Fund?
    Are we going to memoryhole that one of the biggest funders of AI-risk nonsense was the FTX Future Fund?
    This Yale Professor used his "expertise" to argue for mandatory masking of 2-year-olds. Now he wants you to trust him about his newfound expertise in AI. How about, no.
    This Yale Professor used his "expertise" to argue for mandatory masking of 2-year-olds. Now he wants you to trust him about his newfound expertise in AI. How about, no. nitter.net/Jabaluck/status/1663744727664013316#m
    I’ve been waiting on these notes on causal inference by @pengding00 like an album from a favorite band. Can’t wait to read them. https://arxiv.org/abs/2305.18793
    I’ve been waiting on these notes on causal inference by @pengding00 like an album from a favorite band. Can’t wait to read them. arxiv.org/abs/2305.18793
  • Open

    Sevilla 1-1 Roma (won 4-1 on pens) Sevilla have now won every single major European final they've contested, all in the UEFA Cup and Europa League Incredibly, Spanish teams have now won the last 18 major European finals in which they have faced a non-Spanish opponent
    Sevilla 1-1 Roma (won 4-1 on pens) Sevilla have now won every single major European final they've contested, all in the UEFA Cup and Europa League Incredibly, Spanish teams have now won the last 18 major European finals in which they have faced a non-Spanish opponent
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: Memorial Day is the first benchmark of the MLB season, so who is in a position to rise to the occasion before the end of the season? We can’t tell you exactly what will happen, but we can tell you what should happen if teams play to their expected form. https://theanalyst.com/na/2023/05/mlb-playoff-predictions-memorial-day-projected-baseball-standings/
    Memorial Day is the first benchmark of the MLB season, so who is in a position to rise to the occasion before the end of the season? theanalyst.com/na/2023/05/ml…
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: José Mourinho’s AS Roma take on Sevilla tonight in the UEFA Europa League final! Mourinho has never lost a European final and the last time a Mourinho side conceded in a European final was 20 years ago! @ASRomaEN
    José Mourinho’s AS Roma take on Sevilla tonight in the UEFA Europa League final! @ASRomaEN nitter.net/OptaAnalyst/status/1663866439093166082#m
    Erik ten Hag after Marcus Rashford reached 30 goals for the season: “I think Marcus is capable of scoring 40 goals in a season. For him, that’s the next step.” So, can he be a 40-goal forward for Manchester United? @alitweedale takes a look... https://theanalyst.com/2023/05/can-marcus-rashford-be-a-40-goal-manchester-united-forward/
    Erik ten Hag after Marcus Rashford reached 30 goals for the season: “I think Marcus is capable of scoring 40 goals in a season. For him, that’s the next step.” @alitweedale takes a look... theanalyst.com/2023/05/can-m…
    R to @OptaAnalyst:
    No content preview
    Our 2022-23 Bundesliga Team of the Season has been decided...but how many of these players will still be at their clubs for next season? Bellingham ✈️ Kolo Muani 🔥 Guerreiro 🆓 Nkunku 🔵 https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/05/bundesliga-team-of-the-season-optafranz-2022-23/
    Our 2022-23 Bundesliga Team of the Season has been decided...but how many of these players will still be at their clubs for next season? theanalyst.com/eu/2023/05/bu…
    French Open Predictions Nadal absent. Medvedev out. Seeds tumbling. Who does our supercomputer think wins Roland-Garros 2023? It simulated the tournament 10,000 times to find out: @OptaAce | #RolandGarros | #RolandGarros2023 https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/05/french-open-2023-predictions/
    French Open Predictions @OptaAce | #RolandGarros | #RolandGarros2023 theanalyst.com/eu/2023/05/fr…
    Would David Raya be an ideal candidate to replace David de Gea as Manchester United's number one? #MUFC https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/05/david-de-gea-man-utd-replacements-costa-raya/
    Would David Raya be an ideal candidate to replace David de Gea as Manchester United's number one? #MUFC theanalyst.com/eu/2023/05/da…
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: 𝐁𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐬𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐚 𝐓𝐎𝐓𝐒: 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟐-𝟐𝟑 🇩🇪 With the curtain fully closed on the campaign, our German football data experts at @OptaFranz have picked their Bundesliga best XI for 2022-23 based on the data. Here is the team & coach to lead them. ⬇️
    𝐁𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐬𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐚 𝐓𝐎𝐓𝐒: 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟐-𝟐𝟑 🇩🇪 @OptaFranz have picked their Bundesliga best XI for 2022-23 based on the data. Here is the team & coach to lead them. ⬇️
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: Which manager has won the most major European club titles? 🏆 Well, José Mourinho can break the record tonight in the UEFA Europa League final... #SEVROM | #UELfinal https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/05/which-manager-has-won-the-most-european-titles/
    Which manager has won the most major European club titles? 🏆 #SEVROM | #UELfinal theanalyst.com/eu/2023/05/wh…
    Jose Mourinho will lead Roma in another European final tonight, as they face Sevilla in the UEFA Europa League final. Can he become the most decorated manager in European competition history? @AaronBartonUK looks at his final record. https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/05/jose-mourinho-in-european-finals/
    Jose Mourinho will lead Roma in another European final tonight, as they face Sevilla in the UEFA Europa League final. @AaronBartonUK looks at his final record. theanalyst.com/eu/2023/05/jo…
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: Organised Chaos 🇪🇸 @robbiejdunne looks at how José Luis Mendilibar changed Sevilla's playing style to take them to the cusp of yet another European trophy: https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/05/mendilibar-sevilla-europa-league-final/
    Organised Chaos 🇪🇸 @robbiejdunne looks at how José Luis Mendilibar changed Sevilla's playing style to take them to the cusp of yet another European trophy: theanalyst.com/eu/2023/05/me…
    Sevilla under José Luis Mendilibar: Back. To. Basics. #EuropaLeague
    Sevilla under José Luis Mendilibar: #EuropaLeague
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: The 2022-23 UEFA Europa League champions will be...
    The 2022-23 UEFA Europa League champions will be...
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: Sevilla vs Roma: Opta Preview 🏆 We look ahead to the 2023 UEFA Europa League final at Budapest’s Puskás Aréna with our Sevilla vs Roma prediction and stats preview. Who will lift the trophy? #SEVROM #UELfinal https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/05/sevilla-vs-roma-prediction-europa-league-final/
    Sevilla vs Roma: Opta Preview 🏆 #SEVROM #UELfinal theanalyst.com/eu/2023/05/se…
  • Open

    R to @gelliottmorris: maybe it's an outlier and justice is _only_ up 10 instead of 20
    maybe it's an outlier and justice is _only_ up 10 instead of 20
    only one poll, but 👀 https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/4026468-justice-tops-manchin-by-22-points-in-new-poll-on-senate-race/
    only one poll, but 👀 thehill.com/homenews/campaig…
    Vote No, Hope Yes is the second dimension to DW-nominate
    Vote No, Hope Yes is the second dimension to DW-nominate nitter.net/MattGlassman312/status/1663955328373858306#m
  • Open

    Three years after then-President Donald Trump pressured NIH to suspend a research grant to a U.S. group studying bat coronaviruses with partners in China, the agency has restarted the award. https://scim.ag/2PE
    Three years after then-President Donald Trump pressured NIH to suspend a research grant to a U.S. group studying bat coronaviruses with partners in China, the agency has restarted the award. scim.ag/2PE
    It’s the first time a frog—or any amphibian—has been observed pollinating a plant. https://scim.ag/2PA
    It’s the first time a frog—or any amphibian—has been observed pollinating a plant. scim.ag/2PA
    RT by @NewsfromScience: Sea otters eat on the go by cracking open mussels, sea urchins, and abalone with rocks, using their furry chests as anvils. On #WorldOtterDay, learn how marine biologists can pick out otter "utensils" from other rocks. https://scim.ag/2Pw
    Sea otters eat on the go by cracking open mussels, sea urchins, and abalone with rocks, using their furry chests as anvils. #WorldOtterDay, learn how marine biologists can pick out otter "utensils" from other rocks. scim.ag/2Pw
    Removing trash from the ocean may not be as harmless as it seems, according new research. https://scim.ag/2Pv
    Removing trash from the ocean may not be as harmless as it seems, according new research. scim.ag/2Pv
    New evidence suggests much of University of Rochester physicist Ranga Dias’s thesis was copied from other sources. https://scim.ag/2Pj
    New evidence suggests much of University of Rochester physicist Ranga Dias’s thesis was copied from other sources. scim.ag/2Pj
    When sea otters dig for clams in seagrass meadows, they leave a pockmarked “moonscape” in their wake. But this rough treatment may be doing the otherwise lush meadows a reproductive favor. #WorldOtterDay https://scim.ag/2Pe
    When sea otters dig for clams in seagrass meadows, they leave a pockmarked “moonscape” in their wake. #WorldOtterDay scim.ag/2Pe
    Aided by hundreds of newly sequenced genomes and an extensive database of dog DNA, researchers were able to glean details about Balto’s size, appearance, and stamina not captured in historical photos of the famed canine. https://scim.ag/2Pc
    Aided by hundreds of newly sequenced genomes and an extensive database of dog DNA, researchers were able to glean details about Balto’s size, appearance, and stamina not captured in historical photos of the famed canine. scim.ag/2Pc
    Scientists are racing to gain insights into the Mekong River’s disappearing giants—and how to save them. https://scim.ag/2P7
    Scientists are racing to gain insights into the Mekong River’s disappearing giants—and how to save them. scim.ag/2P7
    The first 45 words uttered by a police officer during the traffic stop of a Black driver can predict whether the interaction will escalate. https://scim.ag/2P2
    The first 45 words uttered by a police officer during the traffic stop of a Black driver can predict whether the interaction will escalate. scim.ag/2P2
    Scientists have reconstructed the oral microbiomes from dozens of ancient humans, revealing previously undiscovered genes. https://scim.ag/2P0
    Scientists have reconstructed the oral microbiomes from dozens of ancient humans, revealing previously undiscovered genes. scim.ag/2P0
    Human DNA accidentally collected by scientists studying animals, plants, or microbes can reveal private information, raising ethical concerns for many researchers. https://scim.ag/2OY
    Human DNA accidentally collected by scientists studying animals, plants, or microbes can reveal private information, raising ethical concerns for many researchers. scim.ag/2OY
    Orchids can make fake pollen to tempt bees and other pollinators. But this pseudopollen isn’t just an alluring counterfeit, scientists have shown: It’s as nutritious as the real thing. #ScienceMagArchives https://scim.ag/2OW
    Orchids can make fake pollen to tempt bees and other pollinators. But this pseudopollen isn’t just an alluring counterfeit, scientists have shown: It’s as nutritious as the real thing. #ScienceMagArchives scim.ag/2OW
    The NIH says it has brought more than 200 tardy investigators into compliance since July 2022. https://scim.ag/2OV
    The NIH says it has brought more than 200 tardy investigators into compliance since July 2022. scim.ag/2OV
    “Cool as a cucumber” might be better phrased as “cool as a mushroom.” https://scim.ag/2OT
    “Cool as a cucumber” might be better phrased as “cool as a mushroom.” scim.ag/2OT
    Researchers have discovered a new chemical that selectively kills harmful nematodes with a much lower risk of toxicity to humans and other creatures. https://scim.ag/2OR
    Researchers have discovered a new chemical that selectively kills harmful nematodes with a much lower risk of toxicity to humans and other creatures. scim.ag/2OR
    “Even with the genome of a single individual, you can learn a lot.” https://scim.ag/2OQ
    “Even with the genome of a single individual, you can learn a lot.” scim.ag/2OQ
    Every year, farmers fertilize their crops with nitrogen and phosphorus. And every year some of that fertilizer makes its way into ponds and lakes. But according to a new study, there may be a relatively simple way to close the loop on this leaky system. https://scim.ag/2OO
    Every year, farmers fertilize their crops with nitrogen and phosphorus. And every year some of that fertilizer makes its way into ponds and lakes. scim.ag/2OO
    The finding may explain how a person’s brain could replay conscious memories even after the heart has stopped. https://scim.ag/2OM
    The finding may explain how a person’s brain could replay conscious memories even after the heart has stopped. scim.ag/2OM
  • Open

    Narcis Pelach has left @htafc after three years to become first-team coach @NorwichCityFC The Spaniard joined the Terriers in August 2020 under Carlos Corberán & stayed no assist Danny Schofield, Mark Fotheringham and Neil Warnock. #NCFC #HTAFC https://trainingground.guru/bulletin-board
    Narcis Pelach has left @htafc after three years to become first-team coach @NorwichCityFC #NCFC #HTAFC trainingground.guru/bulletin…
    Joe Roach is leaving @afcbournemouth Academy after 20 years’ service. First joined in 2001, having been Head of Coaching for Army FA. Back then he headed up a Centre of Excellence with “a couple of office staff & a small team of part-time coaches.” https://trainingground.guru/articles/roach-leaves-bournemouth-academy-after-20-years-service
    Joe Roach is leaving @afcbournemouth Academy after 20 years’ service. trainingground.guru/articles…
    Parking the bus 🚌 👏🏼👏🏼🤣🤣
    Parking the bus 🚌 nitter.net/kristofterreur/status/1663995983733112833#m
    “We've taken the attitude that if you have to do a team talk on the Saturday then it's too late. These guys don't need to be motivated, they're self-motivated. If they're not self-motivated then they don't make the team.” Steve Hansen @AllBlacks https://trainingground.guru/articles/why-the-all-blacks-ditched-pre-match-team-talks
    “We've taken the attitude that if you have to do a team talk on the Saturday then it's too late. These guys don't need to be motivated, they're self-motivated. If they're not self-motivated then they don't make the team.” @AllBlacks trainingground.guru/articles… nitter.net/GAAcoachquotes/status/1663918331680751621#m
    RT by @ground_guru: “Speeches are overrated. The training and the preparation are where it’s at.” Enda McNulty. #GAA #coach #quotes #Armagh #leadership @TheGAAHour @Enda_McNulty @NiallMcintyre
    “Speeches are overrated. The training and the preparation are where it’s at.” #GAA #coach #quotes #Armagh #leadership @TheGAAHour @Enda_McNulty @NiallMcintyre
    R to @ground_guru: Buy tickets here https://www.eventbrite.com/e/597625934257
    Buy tickets here eventbrite.com/e/59762593425…
    RT by @ground_guru: Don't miss out 👇
    Don't miss out 👇 nitter.net/ground_guru/status/1663872638744240131#m
    RT by @ground_guru: A fantastic line up, really excited to present during this webinar ⚽️
    A fantastic line up, really excited to present during this webinar ⚽️ nitter.net/ground_guru/status/1663850510804303877#m
    RT by @ground_guru: 🎟️ Don't worry if you can't make it on the day - ticket holders get a 7-day recording More details via link below Youth Development Webinar | June 6th https://trainingground.guru/articles/youth-development-2023-webinar
    🎟️ Don't worry if you can't make it on the day - ticket holders get a 7-day recording trainingground.guru/articles… nitter.net/ground_guru/status/1663853128926613509#m
    RT by @ground_guru: Absolutely spot on 👏 Could easily have won player of the season #AVFC
    Absolutely spot on 👏 #AVFC nitter.net/lmechegaray/status/1663859860138520577#m
    RT by @ground_guru: Here's the full schedule for Tuesday's Youth Development Webinar. Come and join us! More details via the link below. 🔗 https://trainingground.guru/articles/youth-development-2023-webinar
    Here's the full schedule for Tuesday's Youth Development Webinar. trainingground.guru/articles…
    RT by @ground_guru: Youth Development Webinar, June 6: 💪 Athletic: @DeasunO 📊 Analytics: @mathlacome 🫂 Leadership: Andy Goldie/Hannah Dingley/@LaLigaEN 🔎 Scouting: Benjamin Balkin 🧠 Neuroscience: @perrywalters10 📹 Video: Tom Hocking ⚽️ Coaching: @jackbraz29 https://trainingground.guru/articles/youth-development-2023-webinar
    Youth Development Webinar, June 6: @DeasunO @mathlacome @LaLigaEN @perrywalters10 @jackbraz29 trainingground.guru/articles…
    RT by @ground_guru: ▶️ Tom Hocking ~ Video analysis @WolvesAcademy ▶️ Carlos Casal Lopez ~ @LaLigaEN 10-year plan for Academies https://trainingground.guru/articles/youth-development-2023-webinar
    ▶️ Tom Hocking ~ Video analysis @WolvesAcademy @LaLigaEN 10-year plan for Academies trainingground.guru/articles…
    RT by @ground_guru: ✨ Stellar line-up for Tuesday's Youth Development Webinar ▶️ @DeasunO @SetantaCollege ~ Physically developing player & person ▶️ Hannah Dingley ~ Another way @FGRFC_Official ▶️ @mathlacome ~ Using data to aid player development @ParmaCalcio_en 1/3 https://trainingground.guru/articles/youth-development-2023-webinar
    ✨ Stellar line-up for Tuesday's Youth Development Webinar @DeasunO @SetantaCollege ~ Physically developing player & person @FGRFC_Official @mathlacome ~ Using data to aid player development @ParmaCalcio_en trainingground.guru/articles…
    RT by @ground_guru: 🚨 Our Youth Development Webinar is on Tuesday! Great response, with attendees signed up from dozens of clubs/ federations around the world, from Iceland to to Indonesia to Ireland to Italy Click the link to find out more/ buy your ticket https://trainingground.guru/articles/youth-development-2023-webinar
    🚨 Our Youth Development Webinar is on Tuesday! trainingground.guru/articles…
  • Open

    Scientists untangle how a compound found in many fruits and vegetables supports macrophages’ ability to clear out debris and apoptotic cells—a finding that may inform interventions for conditions involving impaired #efferocytosis. @SciSignal https://scim.ag/2PC
    Scientists untangle how a compound found in many fruits and vegetables supports macrophages’ ability to clear out debris and apoptotic cells—a finding that may inform interventions for conditions involving impaired #efferocytosis. @SciSignal scim.ag/2PC
    Several mammal species live in cold-water environments thanks to adaptations like blubber and large size. A notable exception is the sea otter—so how does it stay warm? A 2021 Science study found an answer: skeletal muscle thermogenesis. https://scim.ag/2Pz #WorldOtterDay
    Several mammal species live in cold-water environments thanks to adaptations like blubber and large size. A notable exception is the sea otter—so how does it stay warm? scim.ag/2Pz #WorldOtterDay
    RT by @ScienceMagazine: Sea otters eat on the go by cracking open mussels, sea urchins, and abalone with rocks, using their furry chests as anvils. On #WorldOtterDay, learn how marine biologists can pick out otter "utensils" from other rocks. https://scim.ag/2Pw
    Sea otters eat on the go by cracking open mussels, sea urchins, and abalone with rocks, using their furry chests as anvils. #WorldOtterDay, learn how marine biologists can pick out otter "utensils" from other rocks. scim.ag/2Pw
    RT by @ScienceMagazine: New research highlights the intrinsic plasticity of nanolaminate grains and their critical role in improving the strength and tensile ductility of structural metallic materials. Learn more in this week’s issue of Science Advances: https://scim.ag/2Pr
    New research highlights the intrinsic plasticity of nanolaminate grains and their critical role in improving the strength and tensile ductility of structural metallic materials. scim.ag/2Pr
    Scientists have devised a combination treatment for glioblastoma that can eradicate this deadly brain cancer in mice—and that proved safe in people with glioblastoma. https://scim.ag/2Pp @ScienceTM
    Scientists have devised a combination treatment for glioblastoma that can eradicate this deadly brain cancer in mice—and that proved safe in people with glioblastoma. scim.ag/2Pp @ScienceTM
    RT by @ScienceMagazine: This week's new issue of #ScienceTranslationalMedicine has arrived! A gene transfer therapy tested in mice shows promise for treating immune disorders, new research identifies a long-sought link between blood and bone in beta thalassemia, and more. https://scim.ag/2Pm
    This week's new issue of #ScienceTranslationalMedicine has arrived! scim.ag/2Pm
    RT by @ScienceMagazine: Congratulations to @PulsarGirl, @DuncanLorimer, and @MatthewBailes! Their groundbreaking discovery of the first fast radio burst (#FRB) was reported in a @ScienceMagazine paper in 2007, which launched an entire field of astronomy. It's free to read: https://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/science.1147532
    Congratulations to @PulsarGirl, @DuncanLorimer, and @MatthewBailes! #FRB) was reported in a @ScienceMagazine paper in 2007, which launched an entire field of astronomy. It's free to read: science.org/doi/10.1126/scie… nitter.net/ShawPrize/status/1663443876844306432#m
    "Concealing my struggles … hampered my ability to be my true self in the lab." https://scim.ag/2Pd #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth @ScienceCareers
    "Concealing my struggles … hampered my ability to be my true self in the lab." scim.ag/2Pd #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth @ScienceCareers
    Recent work on modular reconfiguration of #DNAorigami assemblies could be used to inform the development of molecular robots. Learn more in @SciRobotics: https://scim.ag/2P8
    Recent work on modular reconfiguration of #DNAorigami assemblies could be used to inform the development of molecular robots. @SciRobotics: scim.ag/2P8
    Soil microbiota transplanted from more stressful environmental conditions, such as drought or excessive heat or cold, can enhance tree tolerance to changing climates, researchers report in Science. 📄: https://scim.ag/2P5 #SciencePerspective: https://scim.ag/2P6
    Soil microbiota transplanted from more stressful environmental conditions, such as drought or excessive heat or cold, can enhance tree tolerance to changing climates, researchers report in Science. scim.ag/2P5 #SciencePerspective: scim.ag/2P6
    Do you know the story of aluminum? A new book Soil to Foil "masterfully traces" the expansive history of this abundant metal, argues a new @SciMagBooks review. Read more: https://scim.ag/2OZ
    Do you know the story of aluminum? @SciMagBooks review. Read more: scim.ag/2OZ
    Researchers are closing in on the long-sought goal of creating high-yielding hybrid crops that can be propagated indefinitely, without sex. Learn more in this @NewsfromScience feature: https://scim.ag/2OX @ScienceVisuals
    Researchers are closing in on the long-sought goal of creating high-yielding hybrid crops that can be propagated indefinitely, without sex. @NewsfromScience feature: scim.ag/2OX @ScienceVisuals
    Beer by-product was used to prepare canvasses for Danish Golden Age painters, a new study in @ScienceAdvances finds. https://scim.ag/2OU
    Beer by-product was used to prepare canvasses for Danish Golden Age painters, a new study in @ScienceAdvances finds. scim.ag/2OU
    Researchers have conducted a novel analysis of French Canadian ancestry in Quebec, Canada, since the 17th Century. https://scim.ag/2OS
    Researchers have conducted a novel analysis of French Canadian ancestry in Quebec, Canada, since the 17th Century. scim.ag/2OS
    Anti-PD-L1 therapy may have limited success in certain cancers because it unleashes the immunosuppressive capacity of regulatory T cells, a new @SciImmunology study finds in mice. https://scim.ag/2OP
    Anti-PD-L1 therapy may have limited success in certain cancers because it unleashes the immunosuppressive capacity of regulatory T cells, a new @SciImmunology study finds in mice. scim.ag/2OP
    On the latest #SciencePodcast🎙️, @boron110 sits down with @epennisi to talk tongues: Who has them, who doesn’t, and all their amazing elaborations. 🎧 Listen to this segment and more: https://scim.ag/2ON
    On the latest #SciencePodcast🎙️, @boron110 sits down with @epennisi to talk tongues: Who has them, who doesn’t, and all their amazing elaborations. scim.ag/2ON
  • Open

    Roma 2023 behaving like Porto 2003 here. Funny, that.
    Roma 2023 behaving like Porto 2003 here. Funny, that.
    R to @Zonal_Marking: think the most relevant thing is that Le Tissier has missed out because only seven defenders have been selected - and with England in and none of the midfielders known for playing at the back, it increases the chances of Daly being needed in defence again at some point.
    think the most relevant thing is that Le Tissier has missed out because only seven defenders have been selected - and with England in and none of the midfielders known for playing at the back, it increases the chances of Daly being needed in defence again at some point.
    RT by @Zonal_Marking: Earps, Hampton, Roebuck, Bright, Bronze, Carter, Charles, Greenwood, Morgan, Wubben-Moy, Coombs, Nobbs, Stanway, Toone, Walsh, Zelem, James, Kelly, Hemp, Robinson, Daly, England, Russo. A guide to Sarina Wiegman's 23-player squad for the World Cup: https://theathletic.com/4563187/2023/05/31/england-womens-world-cup-2023-squad-analysed/
    Earps, Hampton, Roebuck, Bright, Bronze, Carter, Charles, Greenwood, Morgan, Wubben-Moy, Coombs, Nobbs, Stanway, Toone, Walsh, Zelem, James, Kelly, Hemp, Robinson, Daly, England, Russo. A guide to Sarina Wiegman's 23-player squad for the World Cup: theathletic.com/4563187/2023…
  • Open

    is the word " Poop" a slur? The ansuwer, is looking more and more like Yes
    is the word " Poop" a slur? The ansuwer, is looking more and more like Yes
    boys nows the time to obtain one of thse and learn how to use it. shits about to get cuccoo for cocoa puffs .
    boys nows the time to obtain one of thse and learn how to use it. shits about to get cuccoo for cocoa puffs .
  • Open

    RT by @tetraduzione: 🥳 Congrats to all of the awardees 👇
    🥳 Congrats to all of the awardees 👇 nitter.net/IJCAIconf/status/1663988380546236416#m
    RT by @tetraduzione: We show that Transformers' successes are heavily linked to having seen significant portions of the required computation graph during training! This revelation, where models reduce multi-step reasoning into subgraph matching, raises questions about sparks of AGI claims 🦄
    We show that Transformers' successes are heavily linked to having seen significant portions of the required computation graph during training! This revelation, where models reduce multi-step reasoning into subgraph matching, raises questions about sparks of AGI claims 🦄
    RT by @tetraduzione: 🚀📢 GPT models have blown our minds with their astonishing capabilities. But, do they truly acquire the ability to perform reasoning tasks that humans find easy to execute? NO⛔️ We investigate the limits of Transformers *empirically* and *theoretically* on compositional tasks🔥
    🚀📢 GPT models have blown our minds with their astonishing capabilities. But, do they truly acquire the ability to perform reasoning tasks that humans find easy to execute? NO⛔️ We investigate the limits of Transformers *empirically* and *theoretically* on compositional tasks🔥
    RT by @tetraduzione: Re-upping in the light of recent discussion of AI "existential risk" -- six months ago I wrote a short article for Quanta magazine called "What Does It Mean to Align AI With Human Values?" https://www.quantamagazine.org/what-does-it-mean-to-align-ai-with-human-values-20221213/
    Re-upping in the light of recent discussion of AI "existential risk" -- six months ago I wrote a short article for Quanta magazine called "What Does It Mean to Align AI With Human Values?" quantamagazine.org/what-does…
  • Open

    this is what you get without an HOA
    this is what you get without an HOA
  • Open

    RT by @SwissRamble: Talking of Peel sessions Dave Strickson has put together an online archive of over a thousand Peel sessions with links to YouTube clips for them all. https://davestrickson.blogspot.com/2020/05/john-peel-sessions.html
    Talking of Peel sessions Dave Strickson has put together an online archive of over a thousand Peel sessions with links to YouTube clips for them all. davestrickson.blogspot.com/2…
    Lunchtime reminder of today’s review of Sampdoria’s finances following last night’s takeover announcement #Sampdoria #Samp #ForzaDoria #LUFC
    Lunchtime reminder of today’s review of Sampdoria’s finances following last night’s takeover announcement #Sampdoria #Samp #ForzaDoria #LUFC nitter.net/SwissRamble/status/1663802807277723648#m
    Financial comparison of this evening's UEFA Europa League finalists. It's a pretty close game on paper with Roma holding a small advantage over Sevilla #ASRoma #SevillaFC
    Financial comparison of this evening's UEFA Europa League finalists. It's a pretty close game on paper with Roma holding a small advantage over Sevilla #ASRoma #SevillaFC
    RT by @SwissRamble: It looks like the takeover of Sampdoria by Leeds United owner Andrea Radrizzani has just about got over the line after the club announced an agreement last night. But what are the financial issues facing @andrearadri ? #Sampdoria #ForzaDoria #Samp #LUFC https://swissramble.substack.com/p/sampdoria-finances-202122
    It looks like the takeover of Sampdoria by Leeds United owner Andrea Radrizzani has just about got over the line after the club announced an agreement last night. But what are the financial issues facing @andrearadri ? #Sampdoria #ForzaDoria #Samp #LUFC swissramble.substack.com/p/s…  ( 1 min )
  • Open

    tmblr.co/ZuM2KydvlslcWe00
    tmblr.co/ZuM2KydvlslcWe00
  • Open

    R to @Redistrict: In the hypothetical Dem gerrymander below, six seats would all shift at least five points to the left, possibly stretching the current 15D-11R delegation to 21D-5R: #NY01 LaLota (R) #NY03 Santos (R) #NY04 D'Esposito (R) #NY17 Lawler (R) #NY19 Molinaro (R) #NY22 Williams (R)
    In the hypothetical Dem gerrymander below, six seats would all shift at least five points to the left, possibly stretching the current 15D-11R delegation to 21D-5R: #NY01 LaLota (R) #NY03 Santos (R) #NY04 D'Esposito (R) #NY17 Lawler (R) #NY19 Molinaro (R) #NY22 Williams (R)
    My latest for @CookPolitical: what could a new map in New York look like? Dems eye wiping five - or possibly six - GOP seats off the map for 2024. Part two of a deep NY dive... https://www.cookpolitical.com/analysis/house/new-york-house/what-new-democratic-map-new-york-could-look
    My latest for @CookPolitical: what could a new map in New York look like? Dems eye wiping five - or possibly six - GOP seats off the map for 2024. Part two of a deep NY dive... cookpolitical.com/analysis/h…
  • Open

    RT by @andrewgwils: 👩‍🚀 Scalable #MCMC algorithms landed on planet Fortuna (https://github.com/awslabs/fortuna)! We now support #CyclicalSGLD and #SGMCMC. Full-likelihood and batched-likelihood #HMC are on the way too 🙂 I am so happy about how quickly is Fortuna growing. Let's keep it up!
    👩‍🚀 Scalable #MCMC algorithms landed on planet Fortuna (github.com/awslabs/fortuna)! We now support #CyclicalSGLD and #SGMCMC. Full-likelihood and batched-likelihood #HMC are on the way too 🙂 I am so happy about how quickly is Fortuna growing. Let's keep it up!
  • Open

    Last shout for this week’s cartoon: https://www.theguardian.com/football/ng-interactive/2023/may/30/david-squires-premier-league-season-awards
    Last shout for this week’s cartoon: theguardian.com/football/ng-…

  • Open

    Job openings rates 7.7 percent in Alaska and Virginia in March 2023 https://www.bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/job-openings-rates-7-7-percent-in-alaska-and-virginia-in-march-2023.htm #BLSdata
    Job openings rates 7.7 percent in Alaska and Virginia in March 2023 bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/job-op… #BLSdata
    Job openings rates 7.7 percent in Alaska and Virginia in March 2023 https://www.bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/job-openings-rates-7-7-percent-in-alaska-and-virginia-in-march-2023.htm #BLSdata
    Job openings rates 7.7 percent in Alaska and Virginia in March 2023 bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/job-op… #BLSdata
  • Open

    This chocolate cake topped with milk chocolate frosting couldn't be easier—it's made, and baked, right in a cast iron skillet. https://www.seriouseats.com/chocolate-skillet-cake-with-milk-chocolate-ganache-frosting?taid=64768029c5325a0001095104&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    This chocolate cake topped with milk chocolate frosting couldn't be easier—it's made, and baked, right in a cast iron skillet. seriouseats.com/chocolate-sk…
    Crispy chunks of deep-fried battered chicken in a sweet, sour, and savory glaze with complex orange flavor. https://www.seriouseats.com/the-best-chinese-orange-chicken-recipe?taid=64767209593b3c0001f3b644&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Crispy chunks of deep-fried battered chicken in a sweet, sour, and savory glaze with complex orange flavor. seriouseats.com/the-best-chi…
    When the harsh bite of raw onion is a little too much, this rapid-pickling method—easier than a quick pickle—will tame the allium's flavor while giving it a tart pop. It's like a raw onion and a pickle rolled into one. https://www.seriouseats.com/quick-pickle-rapid-pickled-onion-recipe?taid=647663df3e63f90001087bd4&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    When the harsh bite of raw onion is a little too much, this rapid-pickling method—easier than a quick pickle—will tame the allium's flavor while giving it a tart pop. It's like a raw onion and a pickle rolled into one. seriouseats.com/quick-pickle…
    The SE team pulled together 10 brands of vanilla ice cream you're likely to find in your local supermarket and methodically, empirically, scientifically! tasted its way through them all in a quest to identify the very best. https://www.seriouseats.com/best-vanilla-ice-cream-taste-test-7504723?taid=647647e2593b3c0001f3a7ca&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    The SE team pulled together 10 brands of vanilla ice cream you're likely to find in your local supermarket and methodically, empirically, scientifically! tasted its way through them all in a quest to identify the very best. seriouseats.com/best-vanilla…
    We rounded up our favorite kitchen-related Memorial Day sales, including products that have won our equipment reviews. https://www.seriouseats.com/best-memorial-day-sales-7498314?taid=647639dbbe2e4a00011a1606&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    We rounded up our favorite kitchen-related Memorial Day sales, including products that have won our equipment reviews. seriouseats.com/best-memoria…
    Taste the tropics, not ice water. https://www.seriouseats.com/pina-colada-tropical-rum-cocktail-pineapple-coconut-recipe?taid=64762ba1593b3c0001f39d77&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Taste the tropics, not ice water. seriouseats.com/pina-colada-…
    All you need to make it at home is cream, buttermilk, and a little patience. https://www.seriouseats.com/how-to-make-creme-fraiche-in-1-easy-step?taid=64760f7df7bfd6000164b0ea&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    All you need to make it at home is cream, buttermilk, and a little patience. seriouseats.com/how-to-make-…
    A garlicky, savory pesto made from ramps, a foraged wild onion that chefs (and food writers) go wild for. https://www.seriouseats.com/ramp-pesto-recipe-7504162?taid=6476016ebe2e4a00011a0671&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    A garlicky, savory pesto made from ramps, a foraged wild onion that chefs (and food writers) go wild for. seriouseats.com/ramp-pesto-r…
    Bringing together a set of usual barbecue flavors—tangy, smoky, and sweet—this is one salad worthy of a seat next to a stack of fatty brisket. https://www.seriouseats.com/german-potato-salad?taid=64754aa8593b3c0001a7ebfd&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Bringing together a set of usual barbecue flavors—tangy, smoky, and sweet—this is one salad worthy of a seat next to a stack of fatty brisket. seriouseats.com/german-potat…
  • Open

    Many scientists are concerned that changes to the National Pesticide Use Maps database will make it far less useful. https://scim.ag/2OL
    Many scientists are concerned that changes to the National Pesticide Use Maps database will make it far less useful. scim.ag/2OL
    The World Health Organization has ended the global health emergency for #mpox, 10 months after it was declared, as cases have fallen dramatically in Europe and the Americas. https://scim.ag/2OH
    The World Health Organization has ended the global health emergency for #mpox, 10 months after it was declared, as cases have fallen dramatically in Europe and the Americas. scim.ag/2OH
    NASA’s #JWST space telescope has observed a 10,000-kilometer-long plume of water vapor jetting into space from Saturn’s moon Enceladus—the largest spray ever detected from the icy world. https://scim.ag/2OB
    NASA’s #JWST space telescope has observed a 10,000-kilometer-long plume of water vapor jetting into space from Saturn’s moon Enceladus—the largest spray ever detected from the icy world. scim.ag/2OB
    Surplus #COVID19 vaccines are off limits to researchers who want to test next generation shots against existing ones. https://scim.ag/2OA
    Surplus #COVID19 vaccines are off limits to researchers who want to test next generation shots against existing ones. scim.ag/2OA
    Scientists hope the study—which strongly links multiple sclerosis with Epstein-Barr virus—will spur the development of a vaccine against EBV. #WorldMSDay https://scim.ag/2Ou
    Scientists hope the study—which strongly links multiple sclerosis with Epstein-Barr virus—will spur the development of a vaccine against EBV. #WorldMSDay scim.ag/2Ou
    Improving access to DNA sequences could also increase the risk of its misuse. https://scim.ag/2On
    Improving access to DNA sequences could also increase the risk of its misuse. scim.ag/2On
    This deer-tooth pendant from a Siberian cave yielded DNA left by a woman who lived some 20,000 years ago. https://scim.ag/2Ok
    This deer-tooth pendant from a Siberian cave yielded DNA left by a woman who lived some 20,000 years ago. scim.ag/2Ok
    A team of scientists says it has nailed down the major symptoms of #LongCovid. https://scim.ag/2Oa
    A team of scientists says it has nailed down the major symptoms of #LongCovid. scim.ag/2Oa
    President Joe Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy negotiated a deal that means science agencies will have to compete against all other civilian programs to win any increases from Congress. https://scim.ag/2O5
    President Joe Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy negotiated a deal that means science agencies will have to compete against all other civilian programs to win any increases from Congress. scim.ag/2O5
    Pollution from petrochemical plants is degrading petroglyphs on Australia’s Burrup Peninsula, researchers say. https://scim.ag/2NZ
    Pollution from petrochemical plants is degrading petroglyphs on Australia’s Burrup Peninsula, researchers say. scim.ag/2NZ
    Scientists report that they can trigger a hibernation-like state in mice by targeting part of their brain with pulses of ultrasound. https://scim.ag/2NY
    Scientists report that they can trigger a hibernation-like state in mice by targeting part of their brain with pulses of ultrasound. scim.ag/2NY
    Since first evolving 350 million years ago, the tongue has taken myriad forms, unlocking new niches and boosting the diversity of life. #LongReads https://scim.ag/2NX
    Since first evolving 350 million years ago, the tongue has taken myriad forms, unlocking new niches and boosting the diversity of life. #LongReads scim.ag/2NX
    Exclusive: Drilling below the seabed in the mid–Atlantic Ocean, researchers have collected an unprecedented amount of mantle rocks. https://scim.ag/2NW
    Exclusive: Drilling below the seabed in the mid–Atlantic Ocean, researchers have collected an unprecedented amount of mantle rocks. scim.ag/2NW
    Earth really was a planet of the apes—and their fossils have provided us with vital clues to human evolution. #ScienceMagArchives https://scim.ag/2NT
    Earth really was a planet of the apes—and their fossils have provided us with vital clues to human evolution. #ScienceMagArchives scim.ag/2NT
    A panel of advisers to the U.S. FDA voted unanimously that a vaccine given to pregnant people protects their young infants from severe #RSV. But they split on the Pfizer vaccine’s safety with some concerned it may increase rates of premature birth. https://scim.ag/2NS
    A panel of advisers to the U.S. FDA voted unanimously that a vaccine given to pregnant people protects their young infants from severe #RSV. But they split on the Pfizer vaccine’s safety with some concerned it may increase rates of premature birth. scim.ag/2NS
    “It’s a pity that, just by using magnets, we’ve been destroying this scientific information that was stored there for 4 billion years.” https://scim.ag/2NQ
    “It’s a pity that, just by using magnets, we’ve been destroying this scientific information that was stored there for 4 billion years.” scim.ag/2NQ
  • Open

    RT by @berkeley_ai: 🥳 We will be presenting nerfstudio at SIGGRAPH 2023 as a conference paper 🎉: https://arxiv.org/abs/2302.04264 Myself and many of the @nerfstudioteam will be attending the conference! Looking forward to meeting the @siggraph community 🙂 https://youtu.be/skoh-dPq0ew
    🥳 We will be presenting nerfstudio at SIGGRAPH 2023 as a conference paper 🎉: arxiv.org/abs/2302.04264 @nerfstudioteam will be attending the conference! Looking forward to meeting the @siggraph community 🙂 piped.video/skoh-dPq0ew
    RT by @berkeley_ai: Let’s check our AI xenophobia and consider AI’s creative upside. https://bit.ly/Boston-Globe-Op-Ed-on-AI-May-2023
    Let’s check our AI xenophobia and consider AI’s creative upside. bit.ly/Boston-Globe-Op-Ed-on… nitter.net/GlobeOpinion/status/1663548817399246850#m
  • Open

    oh you dont like my AI generated crap? ill just AI generate some people who do. then ill AI generate $1000000 and a wife who likes my posts
    oh you dont like my AI generated crap? ill just AI generate some people who do. then ill AI generate $1000000 and a wife who likes my posts
  • Open

    R to @steak_umm: totally missed the easy steakspeare pun. what's done can't be undone
    totally missed the easy steakspeare pun. what's done can't be undone
    R to @steak_umm: not a lot of shakespeare fans i see
    not a lot of shakespeare fans i see
    old twitter be like: to beef or not to beef 🔁 721,812,973 ❤️412,231,563
    old twitter be like: to beef or not to beef 🔁 721,812,973 ❤️412,231,563
  • Open

    “He’s always asking questions, he always wants to learn and he’s a student of the game. He’s certainly got the right mindset to fall into a career of coaching or management.” @Jimmy_shan78 on Josh Windass https://trainingground.guru/articles/jimmy-shan-why-darren-moore-is-the-%E2%80%98full-package%E2%80%99-as-a-manager#.ZHZnMZ0wd-w.twitter
    “He’s always asking questions, he always wants to learn and he’s a student of the game. He’s certainly got the right mindset to fall into a career of coaching or management.” @Jimmy_shan78 on Josh Windass trainingground.guru/articles…
    RT by @ground_guru: 🚨 NEW JOB ALERT! First Team Performance Analyst Placement (MSc) @NorwichCityFC @UniWorcAnalysis https://trainingground.guru/jobs-listings/first-team-performance-analyst-placement-(msc)
    🚨 NEW JOB ALERT! @NorwichCityFC @UniWorcAnalysis trainingground.guru/jobs-lis…
    RT by @ground_guru: 🚨 NEW JOB ALERT! Academy Physical Performance Coach @NorwichCityFC https://trainingground.guru/jobs-listings/academy-physical-performance-coach
    🚨 NEW JOB ALERT! @NorwichCityFC trainingground.guru/jobs-lis…
    RT by @ground_guru: Excited about presenting on the @ground_guru youth development webinar (6th June). I will be discussing physically developing the player/person in the context of Academy & community. I will share my experience in the EPL and the new Gaelic Games Sports Science Framework.
    Excited about presenting on the @ground_guru youth development webinar (6th June). I will be discussing physically developing the player/person in the context of Academy & community. I will share my experience in the EPL and the new Gaelic Games Sports Science Framework.
    JORG SCHMADTKE has been appointed as new @LFC Sporting Director, succeeding Julian Ward. #LFC https://trainingground.guru/articles/schmadtke-appointed-liverpool-sporting-director
    JORG SCHMADTKE has been appointed as new @LFC Sporting Director, succeeding Julian Ward. #LFC trainingground.guru/articles…
    RT by @ground_guru: Chelsea confirm Chris Jurasek as their new CEO. He will take "responsibility for all the business areas of the club and will report to the board alongside co-sporting directors Laurence Stewart and Paul Winstanley."🔵
    Chelsea confirm Chris Jurasek as their new CEO. He will take "responsibility for all the business areas of the club and will report to the board alongside co-sporting directors Laurence Stewart and Paul Winstanley."🔵
    RT by @ground_guru: Thanks for everything, Edwin ♥️ You embraced the role of CEO with the same vision that defined your days as a player. We are forever grateful for that. Once an Ajax legend, always an Ajax legend.
    Thanks for everything, Edwin ♥️ You embraced the role of CEO with the same vision that defined your days as a player. We are forever grateful for that. Once an Ajax legend, always an Ajax legend.
  • Open

    Five Republican seats would be at "extreme risk" if New York Democrats get another crack at redistricting. @Redistrict discusses what a redrawn map might look like: https://www.cookpolitical.com/analysis/house/new-york-house/what-new-democratic-map-new-york-could-look
    Five Republican seats would be at "extreme risk" if New York Democrats get another crack at redistricting. @Redistrict discusses what a redrawn map might look like: cookpolitical.com/analysis/h…
    Could Rep. Ed Case, a centrist Democrat representing a Biden +29 seat, be at risk of a primary in 2024? Read here to find out: https://www.cookpolitical.com/analysis/house/hawaii-house/2024-house-race-analysis-hawaii
    Could Rep. Ed Case, a centrist Democrat representing a Biden +29 seat, be at risk of a primary in 2024? Read here to find out: cookpolitical.com/analysis/h…
  • Open

    A new #SciencePodcast🎙️ series explores books on the science of sex and gender. In the first segment, Angela Saini talks with @MalinAhKing about her book and how research is revealing the active sexual strategies used by females across the animal kingdom. https://scim.ag/2OJ
    A new #SciencePodcast🎙️ series explores books on the science of sex and gender. In the first segment, Angela Saini talks with @MalinAhKing about her book and how research is revealing the active sexual strategies used by females across the animal kingdom. scim.ag/2OJ
    The movement of individual gliding filaments of nitrogen-fixing cyanobacteria Trichodesmium and their interactions with other filaments help these nitrogen-fixing cyanobacterium form aggregates in response to stress, a new Science study finds. https://scim.ag/2OE
    The movement of individual gliding filaments of nitrogen-fixing cyanobacteria Trichodesmium and their interactions with other filaments help these nitrogen-fixing cyanobacterium form aggregates in response to stress, a new Science study finds. scim.ag/2OE
    Deficiency of IgA antibodies influences how well the immune system can maintain control of intestinal bacteria, finds new study involving pediatric patients with varying IgA levels. @SciImmunology https://scim.ag/2Oy
    Deficiency of IgA antibodies influences how well the immune system can maintain control of intestinal bacteria, finds new study involving pediatric patients with varying IgA levels. @SciImmunology scim.ag/2Oy
    RT by @ScienceMagazine: This week’s new issue of #ScienceSignaling has arrived! Experiments in mice show how hepatic stellate cells help maintain normal liver mass, how the suppression of cholesterol synthesis by UHRF2 could be important for liver regeneration, and more. https://scim.ag/2Ox
    This week’s new issue of #ScienceSignaling has arrived! scim.ag/2Ox
    Upcoming negotiations surrounding the WHO international pandemic treaty need not be overly focused on formal compliance mechanisms and sanctions, argues a new #SciencePolicyForum. https://scim.ag/2Oq
    Upcoming negotiations surrounding the WHO international pandemic treaty need not be overly focused on formal compliance mechanisms and sanctions, argues a new #SciencePolicyForum. scim.ag/2Oq
    Higher depression risks are associated with suburban residential areas in Denmark, finds a new @ScienceAdvances study of urban forms and depression diagnoses across the country. https://scim.ag/2Od
    Higher depression risks are associated with suburban residential areas in Denmark, finds a new @ScienceAdvances study of urban forms and depression diagnoses across the country. scim.ag/2Od
    Last year, a Science analysis of data from U.S. military recruits suggests multiple sclerosis is a complication of infection with Epstein-Barr virus. Learn more on #WorldMSDay ⬇ 📄: https://scim.ag/2O8 #SciencePerspective: https://scim.ag/2O7
    Last year, a Science analysis of data from U.S. military recruits suggests multiple sclerosis is a complication of infection with Epstein-Barr virus. #WorldMSDay ⬇ scim.ag/2O8 #SciencePerspective: scim.ag/2O7
    It's not too late! Join #ScienceWebinars tomorrow at 12 p.m. E.T. for ➡️ A transfer of power: The cell-to-cell exchange of #mitochondria in #obesity and #aging. Learn more: https://scim.ag/2O2 #webinar
    It's not too late! Join #ScienceWebinars tomorrow at 12 p.m. E.T. for ➡️ A transfer of power: The cell-to-cell exchange of #mitochondria in #obesity and #aging. scim.ag/2O2 #webinar
    New in Science: As Alaskan permafrost warms, hibernating arctic ground squirrels generate less heat, causing females to emerge from hibernation up to 10 days before their male counterparts—a mismatch that could have large, cascading ecological impacts. https://scim.ag/2O0
    New in Science: As Alaskan permafrost warms, hibernating arctic ground squirrels generate less heat, causing females to emerge from hibernation up to 10 days before their male counterparts—a mismatch that could have large, cascading ecological impacts. scim.ag/2O0
    "By discussing our experiences openly, we can reduce the isolation, shame, and resistance to seeking help that can come with it." For this grad student, speaking publicly about #MentalHealth was scary but worth it. https://scim.ag/2NU #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth
    "By discussing our experiences openly, we can reduce the isolation, shame, and resistance to seeking help that can come with it." #MentalHealth was scary but worth it. scim.ag/2NU #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth
    El Niño has a persistent effect on economic growth, according to a new Science study, highlighting the sensitivity of global economies to climate variability independent of warming. https://scim.ag/2NR
    El Niño has a persistent effect on economic growth, according to a new Science study, highlighting the sensitivity of global economies to climate variability independent of warming. scim.ag/2NR
    New in Science: An electro-optical device has been developed that allows the generation of quantum entanglement between microwave and optical photon pairs. https://scim.ag/2NP
    New in Science: An electro-optical device has been developed that allows the generation of quantum entanglement between microwave and optical photon pairs. scim.ag/2NP
  • Open

    🤷🏾‍♀️🤷🏾‍♀️🤷🏾‍♀️
    🤷🏾‍♀️🤷🏾‍♀️🤷🏾‍♀️
    Make it make sense! Talk to me like a five year old as joy reid said! So first how is this even possible?! How are these people allowed to do this and who is approving it to pass! Yall better start paying attention and for those who don’t vote this is what happens when you don’t get involved!! They know this!! They know you wont vote!! You pay your taxes and dont vote? How is that being smart?! IF ONE THIRD OF AMERICA VOTES THIS IS WHAT WE GET PEOPLE!! Why cant yall see that?! These muthafuckas rather put untrained chaplins in WITH YOUR KIDS!! Then admit that some of this shit got to change!!! They are attempting to eliminate history. No compromise at all!! People who have a real relationship with God dont even believe this shit so why is it happening?! “My vote dont count, we need more parties, blah blah…” Meanwhile they setting up laws we will fight years to correct! But you know what it dont matter what i say cause if we wanted this different we would do something. Thoughts and prayers right?! By the way there was another mass shooting today. At this point if we stand by and let it happen we deserve it!! Im sick of it!!
    Make it make sense! Talk to me like a five year old as joy reid said! So first how is this even possible?! How are these people allowed to do this and who is approving it to pass! Yall better start paying attention and for those who don’t vote this is what happens when you don’t get involved!! They know this!! They know you wont vote!! You pay your taxes and dont vote? How is that being smart?! IF ONE THIRD OF AMERICA VOTES THIS IS WHAT WE GET PEOPLE!! Why cant yall see that?! These muthafuckas rather put untrained chaplins in WITH YOUR KIDS!! Then admit that some of this shit got to change!!! They are attempting to eliminate history. No compromise at all!! People who have a real relationship with God dont even believe this shit so why is it happening?! “My vote dont count, we need more parties, blah blah…” Meanwhile they setting up laws we will fight years to correct! But you know what it dont matter what i say cause if we wanted this different we would do something. Thoughts and prayers right?! By the way there was another mass shooting today. At this point if we stand by and let it happen we deserve it!! Im sick of it!!  ( 2 min )
    I never understand republicans like this. They be the main one doing the things they complain about! We are tired of you now! You are not growing or not equipped for change. Please go back under your rock! Thanks Austin! So sorry you had to break it down again!
    I never understand republicans like this. They be the main one doing the things they complain about! We are tired of you now! You are not growing or not equipped for change. Please go back under your rock! Thanks Austin! So sorry you had to break it down again!
    RT by @Lesdoggg: Hey y’all! I’ll be opening for @Lesdoggg this weekend in Durham, NC and Charleston, SC!! Hope to see y’all there! Skeeeww!!
    Hey y’all! I’ll be opening for @Lesdoggg this weekend in Durham, NC and Charleston, SC!! Hope to see y’all there! Skeeeww!!
  • Open

    If Martian microbes were like those in this Earth lagoon, they could have survived the Red Planet's primordial desiccation https://trib.al/i57FCiK
    If Martian microbes were like those in this Earth lagoon, they could have survived the Red Planet's primordial desiccation trib.al/i57FCiK
    The COVID pandemic caused a U.S.-wide decline in fertility rates, but red states actually saw increases https://trib.al/QtYNLj0
    The COVID pandemic caused a U.S.-wide decline in fertility rates, but red states actually saw increases trib.al/QtYNLj0
    Southern Ocean phytoplankton help to brighten Earth's clouds https://trib.al/jvRfTEE
    Southern Ocean phytoplankton help to brighten Earth's clouds trib.al/jvRfTEE
    Miniature satellites called CubeSats will collect meteorologic data that NASA hopes will help explain how and why some tropical storms intensify as they approach land https://trib.al/RGbgH90
    Miniature satellites called CubeSats will collect meteorologic data that NASA hopes will help explain how and why some tropical storms intensify as they approach land trib.al/RGbgH90
    Earlier this month a meteorite crashed through the roof of a New Jersey home. The residents are still pondering the fate of their gift from the skies https://trib.al/zVJwDvg
    Earlier this month a meteorite crashed through the roof of a New Jersey home. The residents are still pondering the fate of their gift from the skies trib.al/zVJwDvg
    The weight of New York City's 1.1 million buildings is making the city slowly sink https://trib.al/2MFphXe
    The weight of New York City's 1.1 million buildings is making the city slowly sink trib.al/2MFphXe
    The device provides a connection between the brain and spinal cord, allowing thought to control movement https://trib.al/tV5awv2
    The device provides a connection between the brain and spinal cord, allowing thought to control movement trib.al/tV5awv2
    A new study found more than 5,000 new species in the Clarion-Clipperton Zone, a mineral-rich area of seafloor that companies aim to mine for critical materials https://trib.al/uhlYWtM
    A new study found more than 5,000 new species in the Clarion-Clipperton Zone, a mineral-rich area of seafloor that companies aim to mine for critical materials trib.al/uhlYWtM
  • Open

    RT by @tetraduzione: Saturday's fundraising gig at the Leith Depot! All proceeds are going to the hardship fund!! #ucuRISING
    Saturday's fundraising gig at the Leith Depot! All proceeds are going to the hardship fund!! #ucuRISING
    RT by @tetraduzione: anthropomorphising AI is misleading
    anthropomorphising AI is misleading
  • Open

    R to @beenwrekt: (Add me to the list of people who don't believe he did Murph in 39:58. Partitioned or not.)
    (Add me to the list of people who don't believe he did Murph in 39:58. Partitioned or not.)
    What should we make of Zuckerberg's transition from AI to Bro Science?
    What should we make of Zuckerberg's transition from AI to Bro Science?
    RT by @beenwrekt: Another way to expand the painting, idiots, is to stand closer.
    Another way to expand the painting, idiots, is to stand closer.
    R to @beenwrekt: The person who started this stupid petition fakes his Google Scholar citations. What does that say about the signatories? https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=czyretsAAAAJ&hl=en
    The person who started this stupid petition fakes his Google Scholar citations. What does that say about the signatories? scholar.google.com/citations…
    R to @beenwrekt: Why do we have to pay attention to change dot org petitions just because they got a custom domain? Is it because Grimes signed it?
    Why do we have to pay attention to change dot org petitions just because they got a custom domain? Is it because Grimes signed it?
    R to @beenwrekt: It's hilarious that the actual statement from this fake non-profit from Berkeley is 10x shorter than Roose's characteristically breathless claptrap. https://www.safe.ai/statement-on-ai-risk
    It's hilarious that the actual statement from this fake non-profit from Berkeley is 10x shorter than Roose's characteristically breathless claptrap. safe.ai/statement-on-ai-risk
    It's going to be one of those really stupid days on Twitter.
    It's going to be one of those really stupid days on Twitter. nitter.net/kevinroose/status/1663536187691397122#m
    I don't understand how anyone can interpret this guy's crystal ball reading as anything other than piss-taking.
    I don't understand how anyone can interpret this guy's crystal ball reading as anything other than piss-taking. nitter.net/doRadiology/status/1662951855649849346#m  ( 1 min )
  • Open

    RT by @losthunderlads: My piece in favor of language study has just seen the light of day in @ChronicleReview. Those supportive of inculcating a genuine cosmopolitanism in students may want to take a look. Opinion | The Hypocrisy of English-Only 'Decolonization' https://www.chronicle.com/article/the-hypocrisy-of-english-only-decolonization
    My piece in favor of language study has just seen the light of day in @ChronicleReview. Those supportive of inculcating a genuine cosmopolitanism in students may want to take a look. chronicle.com/article/the-hy…
    tmblr.co/ZuM2KydvRGLTmy00
    tmblr.co/ZuM2KydvRGLTmy00
    I don't share the Dulles-era CIA's taste in art, and if they had been tasked to assassinate President Kennedy he would be alive and well and celebrating his 106th birthday today.
    I don't share the Dulles-era CIA's taste in art, and if they had been tasked to assassinate President Kennedy he would be alive and well and celebrating his 106th birthday today. nitter.net/grapesmoker/status/1663212073772253185#m
    When Trump starts calling himself "Brother Number One" and urging his followers to kill everyone who wears glasses, Susan Collins will be very distressed.
    When Trump starts calling himself "Brother Number One" and urging his followers to kill everyone who wears glasses, Susan Collins will be very distressed. nitter.net/BruceBartlett/status/1663203008530792449#m
    tmblr.co/ZuM2Kydv6fziiq00
    tmblr.co/ZuM2Kydv6fziiq00
  • Open

    Chelsea finished 2022-23 30 points worse off than 2021-22, but where does that rank in the list of the worst ever Premier League points regressions? @alitweedale takes a look https://theanalyst.com/2023/05/2022-23-chelsea-disaster-worst-points-regressions-premier-league-history/
    Chelsea finished 2022-23 30 points worse off than 2021-22, but where does that rank in the list of the worst ever Premier League points regressions? @alitweedale takes a look theanalyst.com/2023/05/2022-…
    Here's the 2022-23 Premier League Team of the Season, as selected by @OptaJoe. https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/05/premier-league-team-of-the-season-2022-23/
    Here's the 2022-23 Premier League Team of the Season, as selected by @OptaJoe. theanalyst.com/eu/2023/05/pr…
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: Unwanted Premier League Awards 😖 ◾️ Most shots without scoring? ◽️ Most minutes without completing a pass? ◾️ Most chances created without an assist? We run through an alternative awards ceremony. ⬇️ https://theanalyst.com/2023/05/premier-league-unwanted-end-of-season-awards/
    Unwanted Premier League Awards 😖 theanalyst.com/2023/05/premi…
    Jose Mourinho will lead Roma in another European final tomorrow night, as they face Sevilla in the UEFA Europa League final. Can he become the most decorated manager in European competition history? @AaronBartonUK looks at his final record. https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/05/jose-mourinho-in-european-finals/
    Jose Mourinho will lead Roma in another European final tomorrow night, as they face Sevilla in the UEFA Europa League final. @AaronBartonUK looks at his final record. theanalyst.com/eu/2023/05/jo…
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: Is it time for Manchester United to replace David de Gea? Roy Keane certainly thinks so. We look at some potential replacements for the goalkeeper at Old Trafford. https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/05/david-de-gea-man-utd-replacements-costa-raya/
    Is it time for Manchester United to replace David de Gea? Roy Keane certainly thinks so. theanalyst.com/eu/2023/05/da…
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: Another 33 goals on the Premier League's final day saw 2022-23 become the most productive 20-team season since the league was launched in 1992, with 1,084 goals scored. ⚽️🔥 We investigated the continuing PL goal trend. 📈
    Another 33 goals on the Premier League's final day saw 2022-23 become the most productive 20-team season since the league was launched in 1992, with 1,084 goals scored. ⚽️🔥 We investigated the continuing PL goal trend. 📈
  • Open

    Why is India dropping evolution and the periodic table from school science? https://go.nature.com/3OM92Rf
    Why is India dropping evolution and the periodic table from school science? go.nature.com/3OM92Rf
    R to @Nature: European University Association @euatweets has placed Turkey at the bottom of its academic freedom scorecard. It says, if asked, it can support and advise Turkey on increasing the involvement of the university community in institutional decision-making. (6/6)
    European University Association @euatweets has placed Turkey at the bottom of its academic freedom scorecard. It says, if asked, it can support and advise Turkey on increasing the involvement of the university community in institutional decision-making. (6/6)
    R to @Nature: But Boğaziçi University psychologist @esramungan is not confident that the re-elected government will protect autonomy. She plans to stay and continue resisting. “We are over 25 million that are not just against, but extremely against what is going on in our country.” (5/6)
    But Boğaziçi University psychologist @esramungan is not confident that the re-elected government will protect autonomy. She plans to stay and continue resisting. “We are over 25 million that are not just against, but extremely against what is going on in our country.” (5/6)
    R to @Nature: Political scientist @nebimis from the Ankara-based think-tank SETA, which has long-standing ties to the governing AK party, says Erdoğan’s promise to establish boards of trustees in state universities is a “step that will strengthen academic autonomy.” (4/6)
    Political scientist @nebimis from the Ankara-based think-tank SETA, which has long-standing ties to the governing AK party, says Erdoğan’s promise to establish boards of trustees in state universities is a “step that will strengthen academic autonomy.” (4/6)
    R to @Nature: Bioethicist Yasemin Yalım, who worked at Ankara University, took early retirement in 2020 because of declining academic freedom. “I am an ethicist; I need to have freedom of speech. If I don’t have it, there is no meaning of teaching. That’s why I retired.” (3/6)
    Bioethicist Yasemin Yalım, who worked at Ankara University, took early retirement in 2020 because of declining academic freedom. “I am an ethicist; I need to have freedom of speech. If I don’t have it, there is no meaning of teaching. That’s why I retired.” (3/6)
    R to @Nature: Erdoğan’s government appoints unelected university rectors, curbs academic freedom and micro-manages university spending. “The one-man way of ruling has permeated into all universities, even the most progressive ones,” says Sabancı University’s biophysicist @cananatlgn (2/6)
    Erdoğan’s government appoints unelected university rectors, curbs academic freedom and micro-manages university spending. “The one-man way of ruling has permeated into all universities, even the most progressive ones,” says Sabancı University’s biophysicist @cananatlgn (2/6)
    Turkish researchers tell Nature they fear their voices will be further silenced after the re-election of President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan on 28 May. Some plan to migrate or retire, but others say they will stay & fight for academic autonomy. (1/6) https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-023-01775-7
    Turkish researchers tell Nature they fear their voices will be further silenced after the re-election of President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan on 28 May. Some plan to migrate or retire, but others say they will stay & fight for academic autonomy. (1/6) nature.com/articles/d41586-0…
    "Our voices were crucial in persuading UN states to back legal obligations to act on climate change. Here’s how we did it" – Cynthia Houniuhi | @littlemere_solo https://go.nature.com/3oKuj30
    "Our voices were crucial in persuading UN states to back legal obligations to act on climate change. Here’s how we did it" – Cynthia Houniuhi | @littlemere_solo go.nature.com/3oKuj30
    Why the world needs more transparency on the origins of novel pathogens https://go.nature.com/42teQT7
    Why the world needs more transparency on the origins of novel pathogens go.nature.com/42teQT7
    Audio long read: Can giant surveys of scientists fight misinformation on COVID, climate change and more? https://go.nature.com/3IKx4bz
    Audio long read: Can giant surveys of scientists fight misinformation on COVID, climate change and more? go.nature.com/3IKx4bz
    Authors from richer, English-speaking countries gain unconscious boost when identified to referees, study finds https://go.nature.com/45FFScr
    Authors from richer, English-speaking countries gain unconscious boost when identified to referees, study finds go.nature.com/45FFScr
  • Open

    useful piece!
    useful piece! nitter.net/baseballot/status/1663552792374706178#m
  • Open

    “Ever wonder what the rest of the Mona Lisa looks like?” Me (imagining I’ll finally get to see the Mona Lisa’s cans): Yes
    “Ever wonder what the rest of the Mona Lisa looks like?” Me (imagining I’ll finally get to see the Mona Lisa’s cans): Yes
    RT by @pixelatedboat: AMAZING: We’ve utilised the incredible power of AI to make something dogshit.
    AMAZING: We’ve utilised the incredible power of AI to make something dogshit.
  • Open

    No new grants at #SCOTUS today. Here's the full order list: https://www.supremecourt.gov/orders/courtorders/053023zor_d18f.pdf
    No new grants at #SCOTUS today. Here's the full order list: supremecourt.gov/orders/cour…
  • Open

    Lunchtime reminder of today’s review of Coventry City’s finances #PUSB
    Lunchtime reminder of today’s review of Coventry City’s finances #PUSB nitter.net/SwissRamble/status/1663442128104505345#m
    RT by @SwissRamble: Coventry City fans will be understandably disappointed after the result of the Championship play-off final, but the good news is that their club is in better shape than it has been for some time. Here's a review of the Sky Blues' finances #PUSB https://swissramble.substack.com/p/coventry-city-finances-202122
    Coventry City fans will be understandably disappointed after the result of the Championship play-off final, but the good news is that their club is in better shape than it has been for some time. Here's a review of the Sky Blues' finances #PUSB swissramble.substack.com/p/c…
  • Open

    Here’s this week’s cartoon for @guardian_sport https://www.theguardian.com/football/ng-interactive/2023/may/30/david-squires-premier-league-season-awards
    Here’s this week’s cartoon for @guardian_sport theguardian.com/football/ng-…
  • Open

    RT by @Zonal_Marking: The 2022/23 Premier League season - and all 20 sides - summarised in 10 games. https://theathletic.com/4555477/2023/05/30/premier-league-2022-23-10-games/?source=emp_shared_article
    The 2022/23 Premier League season - and all 20 sides - summarised in 10 games. theathletic.com/4555477/2023…
  • Open

    Video
    No content preview

  • Open

    RT by @losthunderlads: 👨‍💻
    👨‍💻
    When I first saw this, I mistakenly took "France also gave us this land as American soil" to mean that the French played the key role in defeating the British in 1781. Which is true, but tactless to bring up on a holiday honoring the USA's war dead.
    When I first saw this, I mistakenly took "France also gave us this land as American soil" to mean that the French played the key role in defeating the British in 1781. Which is true, but tactless to bring up on a holiday honoring the USA's war dead. nitter.net/DannyDeraney/status/1663234994964402176#m
    Harks back to the funniest moment in Charlie Chaplin's GREAT DICTATOR, when he writhes and screams about "die Juden, ach, die Juden!" for a couple of minutes after which the interpreter says "His excellency has made reference to the Jewish people."
    Harks back to the funniest moment in Charlie Chaplin's GREAT DICTATOR, when he writhes and screams about "die Juden, ach, die Juden!" for a couple of minutes after which the interpreter says "His excellency has made reference to the Jewish people." nitter.net/Nick_Ashdown/status/1663129114100871169#m
    R to @losthunderlads: Kirsch uses Pfitzner's connection with Thomas Mann to justify his fond treatment of him, while Alex Ross had used the figure of Richard Strauss to the same end.
    Kirsch uses Pfitzner's connection with Thomas Mann to justify his fond treatment of him, while Alex Ross had used the figure of Richard Strauss to the same end.
    R to @losthunderlads: THE NEW YORKER in 1997 and that I still think about from time to time. https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/1997/07/21/the-devils-disciple
    THE NEW YORKER in 1997 and that I still think about from time to time. newyorker.com/magazine/1997/…
    This brings to mind another, equally affectionate magazine piece about Pfitzner, one that ran in https://newcriterion.com/issues/2023/6/pfitzners-end
    This brings to mind another, equally affectionate magazine piece about Pfitzner, one that ran in newcriterion.com/issues/2023…
  • Open

    This classic strawberry jam is built on a very basic formula. Follow it and you'll have a jam that comes together quickly and ends up bright and fruity. https://www.seriouseats.com/customizable-strawberry-jam-recipe?taid=64752e7b6859090001c379ca&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    This classic strawberry jam is built on a very basic formula. Follow it and you'll have a jam that comes together quickly and ends up bright and fruity. seriouseats.com/customizable…
    Simple pantry ingredients, plus some fresh herbs, are all you need to make these grilled tarragon-chicken skewers for your next easy summertime meal. https://www.seriouseats.com/grilled-tarragon-mustard-chicken-skewers-recipe?taid=6475206bc5325a0001716080&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Simple pantry ingredients, plus some fresh herbs, are all you need to make these grilled tarragon-chicken skewers for your next easy summertime meal. seriouseats.com/grilled-tarr…
    A perfect summery drink that combines sweet, juicy mangoes, warming ginger, a hint of spice and vegetal notes from green jalapeño, refreshing lime-lemon soda and a crisp lager. https://www.seriouseats.com/mango-shandy?taid=6475125b593b3c0001a7dd2f&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    A perfect summery drink that combines sweet, juicy mangoes, warming ginger, a hint of spice and vegetal notes from green jalapeño, refreshing lime-lemon soda and a crisp lager. seriouseats.com/mango-shandy…
    This no-cook syrup has a light and fragrant mango flavor. Strips of fresh mango peel add a hint of piney aroma, while sour lemon or lime rind cuts through the mango's natural sweetness. https://www.seriouseats.com/fresh-mango-syrup?taid=6474f63d593b3c0001a7d4e9&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    This no-cook syrup has a light and fragrant mango flavor. Strips of fresh mango peel add a hint of piney aroma, while sour lemon or lime rind cuts through the mango's natural sweetness. seriouseats.com/fresh-mango-…
    Classic smashed cheeseburgers with maximum juiciness and a deep brown, beefy crust. This simple, quick recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner. https://www.seriouseats.com/classic-smashed-burgers-recipe?taid=6474e82b6859090001c36baa&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Classic smashed cheeseburgers with maximum juiciness and a deep brown, beefy crust. This simple, quick recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner. seriouseats.com/classic-smas…
    This classic baked custard becomes extra rich and dark with caramel both on the inside and out, and a higher ratio of cream and yolks than the usual. https://www.seriouseats.com/double-caramel-flan-recipe?taid=6474da1bbe2e4a000119c78a&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    This classic baked custard becomes extra rich and dark with caramel both on the inside and out, and a higher ratio of cream and yolks than the usual. seriouseats.com/double-caram…
    We used the smart oven and accompanying app to bake, sous vide, steam, and roast. https://www.seriouseats.com/anova-precision-oven-review-7479978?taid=6474bdfb6859090001c36160&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    We used the smart oven and accompanying app to bake, sous vide, steam, and roast. seriouseats.com/anova-precis…
    Unlike fresh fruit, which is loaded with water, freeze-dried fruit is a zero-moisture ingredient that helps stabilize this no-churn ice cream, while adding a concentrated dose of flavor and color. https://www.seriouseats.com/how-to-make-no-churn-fruit-ice-cream?taid=6474affdc5325a00017145ca&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Unlike fresh fruit, which is loaded with water, freeze-dried fruit is a zero-moisture ingredient that helps stabilize this no-churn ice cream, while adding a concentrated dose of flavor and color. seriouseats.com/how-to-make-…
    Here's how to transform no-bake cheesecakes with freeze-dried fruit. https://www.seriouseats.com/no-bake-cheesecake-with-freeze-dried-fruit?taid=6473f91c593b3c0001004e40&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Here's how to transform no-bake cheesecakes with freeze-dried fruit. seriouseats.com/no-bake-chee…
    Inspired by a South Asian rice-and-lentils dish, this British recipe combines lightly curry-spiced rice with flaked smoked fish, boiled eggs, and buttery onions. https://www.seriouseats.com/kedgeree-british-scottish-curry-rice-with-smoked-haddock-recipe-7198140?taid=6473eb0cbe2e4a0001199f5d&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
    Inspired by a South Asian rice-and-lentils dish, this British recipe combines lightly curry-spiced rice with flaked smoked fish, boiled eggs, and buttery onions. seriouseats.com/kedgeree-bri…
  • Open

    R to @gelliottmorris: getting a lot of deja vu from this tweet -- how is it already june 2021 again
    getting a lot of deja vu from this tweet -- how is it already june 2021 again
    I don't know if "Democrats" are refusing to do anything about democracy reform so much as Joe Manchin is
    I don't know if "Democrats" are refusing to do anything about democracy reform so much as Joe Manchin is nitter.net/playedaroundwi4/status/1663311846034620418#m  ( 1 min )
    R to @gelliottmorris: (fwiw, i generally object to the "final five" system on theoretical grounds, mainly because it weakens our already struggling parties, but empirically (with sample size n = 1) it does seem to produce non-zero incentives for candidates to moderate)
    (fwiw, i generally object to the "final five" system on theoretical grounds, mainly because it weakens our already struggling parties, but empirically (with sample size n = 1) it does seem to produce non-zero incentives for candidates to moderate)
    Yeah, this... The chance of meaningful federal democracy reform approached zero the second the issue was politicized. IMO the best voters can hope for in the immediate future is statewide efforts—probably open primaries w ranked-choice voting, rather than anti-gerrymandering laws
    Yeah, this... The chance of meaningful federal democracy reform approached zero the second the issue was politicized. IMO the best voters can hope for in the immediate future is statewide efforts—probably open primaries w ranked-choice voting, rather than anti-gerrymandering laws nitter.net/umichvoter/status/1663305792261353473#m
    seeing a lot of sophomoric tweets linking tom wambsgans and jay gatsby
    seeing a lot of sophomoric tweets linking tom wambsgans and jay gatsby
  • Open

    RT by @Lesdoggg: Voting matters. Republicans were expecting a red wave but Democrats flipped the Senate by only a few hundred votes giving them trifecta control.
    Voting matters. Republicans were expecting a red wave but Democrats flipped the Senate by only a few hundred votes giving them trifecta control.
    Way to go Minnesota!! I’m gonna keep yelling this! If you can run your state you should not be running the United States!! Get your state right first!! This is how it should look!! Let’s hope THIS catches on instead of the fuck shit happening now!!
    Way to go Minnesota!! I’m gonna keep yelling this! If you can run your state you should not be running the United States!! Get your state right first!! This is how it should look!! Let’s hope THIS catches on instead of the fuck shit happening now!!  ( 1 min )
    Really great movie!! Check it out @Sweetwatermovie
    Really great movie!! Check it out @Sweetwatermovie
  • Open

    RT by @tetraduzione: 📢Submit your work and attend ML4H this year in New Orleans (co-located with NeurIPS)! We've got a fantastic team preparing a super exciting program with submission tracks, awards, mentorship, and networking🎉
    📢Submit your work and attend ML4H this year in New Orleans (co-located with NeurIPS)! nitter.net/SymposiumML4H/status/1663175316297379840#m
    R to @tetraduzione: I managed to tag the wrong MIT account @MIT_CSAIL
    I managed to tag the wrong MIT account @MIT_CSAIL
    raise the bar
    raise the bar nitter.net/Manderljung/status/1662578042399780865#m
    R to @tetraduzione: "[It] stands out for its axiomatic approach, [...] its theoretical contributions [...]. It also provides a solid foundation for future developments in probabilistic circuits. We hope that this work can motivate the PL community to explore [...] the domain of inference"
    "[It] stands out for its axiomatic approach, [...] its theoretical contributions [...]. It also provides a solid foundation for future developments in probabilistic circuits. We hope that this work can motivate the PL community to explore [...] the domain of inference"
    Superhappy to discuss the Atlas paper 📜https://papers.nips.cc/paper/2021/hash/6e01383fd96a17ae51cc3e15447e7533-Abstract.html tomorrow at the @MITCSAIL #Programming #Languages Review 👉https://plr.csail.mit.edu/ as one of the papers that "that may substantially transform the #PL community and beyond"!
    Superhappy to discuss the Atlas paper papers.nips.cc/paper/2021/ha… @MITCSAIL #Programming #Languages Review plr.csail.mit.edu/ #PL community and beyond"!
    RT by @tetraduzione: Our #CallForParticipation is out; Machine Learning for Health (ML4H) is back! It will be in-person in New Orleans on December 10, co-located with @NeurIPSConf. Be sure to retweet and follow @SymposiumML4H for more details! https://ml4health.github.io/2023/call_for_participation.html
    Our #CallForParticipation is out; Machine Learning for Health (ML4H) is back! It will be in-person in New Orleans on December 10, co-located with @NeurIPSConf. Be sure to retweet and follow @SymposiumML4H for more details! ml4health.github.io/2023/cal…
    RT by @tetraduzione: Super excited to announce that the pre-print draft of our textbook “Multi-Agent Reinforcement Learning: Foundations and Modern Approaches” is now available on the official page http://www.marl-book.com! Can’t wait to see what the community thinks!
    Super excited to announce that the pre-print draft of our textbook “Multi-Agent Reinforcement Learning: Foundations and Modern Approaches” is now available on the official page marl-book.com! Can’t wait to see what the community thinks! nitter.net/UoE_Agents/status/1663066127218491394#m
  • Open

    "A university is like a city … But in too many of those cities, postdocs … are priced out." A new #ExperimentalError column reflects on a “serious flaw” in one institution’s affordable housing efforts. https://scim.ag/2NO @adam_ruben @ScienceCareers
    "A university is like a city … But in too many of those cities, postdocs … are priced out." #ExperimentalError column reflects on a “serious flaw” in one institution’s affordable housing efforts. scim.ag/2NO @adam_ruben @ScienceCareers
    A new #SciencePerspectives looks at the current approaches and challenges facing regenerative medicine. https://scim.ag/2NN
    A new #SciencePerspectives looks at the current approaches and challenges facing regenerative medicine. scim.ag/2NN
    Although the cognitive benefits of a brain-stimulating technique known as #tACS are debated, a new meta-analysis of 100+ clinical studies shows that tACS boosts cognition across age groups and in people with neuropsychiatric disorders. https://scim.ag/2NE @ScienceTM
    Although the cognitive benefits of a brain-stimulating technique known as #tACS are debated, a new meta-analysis of 100+ clinical studies shows that tACS boosts cognition across age groups and in people with neuropsychiatric disorders. scim.ag/2NE @ScienceTM
    "I was late learning about science; I didn’t even know what research was until I was 20 years old. For much of my scientific training I feared I was behind my peers. But I have been able to close the gap—and that is something to be proud of." https://scim.ag/2N4
    "I was late learning about science; I didn’t even know what research was until I was 20 years old. For much of my scientific training I feared I was behind my peers. scim.ag/2N4
  • Open

    “Mauricio got his chance when he was 16 or 17 at Newell's Old Boys and that is always in his mind. No-one has to explain to him what it means to give a chance." @jesus_perez #CFC https://trainingground.guru/articles/jesus-perez-pochettino-philosophy-is-risk-with-knowledge
    “Mauricio got his chance when he was 16 or 17 at Newell's Old Boys and that is always in his mind. No-one has to explain to him what it means to give a chance." @jesus_perez #CFC trainingground.guru/articles…
    RT by @ground_guru: "I was lucky to work with some very good managers, but you could quickly see that Mauricio was exceptional. His attention to detail was just immense and he also had the personal touch." James Bunce (@AS_Monaco_EN Head of Performance) https://trainingground.guru/articles/james-bunce-from-struggles-with-the-saints-to-top-of-us-soccer
    "I was lucky to work with some very good managers, but you could quickly see that Mauricio was exceptional. His attention to detail was just immense and he also had the personal touch." @AS_Monaco_EN Head of Performance) trainingground.guru/articles…
    RT by @ground_guru: The smile says it all! #EFLPlayOffs | @swfc
    The smile says it all! #EFLPlayOffs | @swfc
    RT by @ground_guru: Football can be a brutal business & on the receiving end of a ‘club-wide cull’ in 2008 at @NorwichCityFC Its normally an inflection point. Both for person & club Investing in the relationships you’ve built through the yrs can help - I was thankful for a job offer 30mins later!
    Football can be a brutal business & on the receiving end of a ‘club-wide cull’ in 2008 at @NorwichCityFC nitter.net/ground_guru/status/1663207702946783232#m
    One of the longest-serving practitioners in English football
    One of the longest-serving practitioners in English football nitter.net/ground_guru/status/1663208327776460802#m
    .@SouthamptonFC Head of Sport Science and first-team fitness coach @aleksgross is leaving the club after a decade following their relegation from the Premier League. #SaintsFC https://trainingground.guru/articles/southampton-head-of-sport-science-gross-exits-after-a-decade
    .@SouthamptonFC Head of Sport Science and first-team fitness coach @aleksgross is leaving the club after a decade following their relegation from the Premier League. #SaintsFC trainingground.guru/articles…
    Another senior departure from @SouthamptonFC following their recent relegation: Head of Sport Science @aleksgross is exiting the club after a decade More below https://trainingground.guru/articles/southampton-head-of-sport-science-gross-exits-after-a-decade
    Another senior departure from @SouthamptonFC following their recent relegation: @aleksgross is exiting the club after a decade trainingground.guru/articles…
  • Open

    Video
    No content preview
    Video
    No content preview
  • Open

    Sheffield Wednesday 1-0 Barnsley (AET) The Owls are flying back to the Championship. This was the team that were 4-0 down after the first leg of their play-off semi-final...
    Sheffield Wednesday 1-0 Barnsley (AET) The Owls are flying back to the Championship. This was the team that were 4-0 down after the first leg of their play-off semi-final...
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: With the 2022-23 Premier League season now over, our seasonal Opta stat hub is up to date and finalised for the campaign. All the key team and player stats in here ⬇️ https://theanalyst.com/eu/2022/10/premier-league-stats-2022-23/
    With the 2022-23 Premier League season now over, our seasonal Opta stat hub is up to date and finalised for the campaign. theanalyst.com/eu/2022/10/pr…
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: Aleksandar Mitrovic missed four of the eight penalties that he took for Fulham in the 2022-23 Premier League season, becoming the first player to ever miss as many as four penalties in a single EPL campaign. https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/05/best-penalty-takers-in-the-premier-league/
    Aleksandar Mitrovic missed four of the eight penalties that he took for Fulham in the 2022-23 Premier League season, becoming the first player to ever miss as many as four penalties in a single EPL campaign. theanalyst.com/eu/2023/05/be…
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: Pochettino to Chelsea: how would it work? #CFC https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/05/pochettino-to-chelsea-how-would-it-work/
    Pochettino to Chelsea: how would it work? #CFC theanalyst.com/eu/2023/05/po…
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: After keeping a league-high 17 Premier League clean sheets in 2022-23, David de Gea's total of 147 overall in the competition are now just 15 off Petr Cech's record of 162 for a single club (Chelsea). More clean sheet records, here. ⬇️ https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/05/the-most-premier-league-clean-sheets/
    After keeping a league-high 17 Premier League clean sheets in 2022-23, David de Gea's total of 147 overall in the competition are now just 15 off Petr Cech's record of 162 for a single club (Chelsea). theanalyst.com/eu/2023/05/th…
    RT by @OptaAnalyst: 101 - Following the end of the 2022-23 Premier League season, we've compiled 101 of the best facts from the campaign. Selection. https://theanalyst.com/eu/2023/05/101-best-premier-league-facts-2022-23/
    101 - Following the end of the 2022-23 Premier League season, we've compiled 101 of the best facts from the campaign. Selection. theanalyst.com/eu/2023/05/10…
  • Open

    RT by @berkeley_ai: TY ⁦@BotJunkie⁩ for great story about this project! Simeon Adebola will present ⁦the details tomorrow @3:50 pm @ieee_ras_icra⁩ in London. ⁦@AUTOLab_Cal⁩ ⁦@Berkeley_AI https://spectrum.ieee.org/robot-gardener
    TY ⁦@BotJunkie⁩ for great story about this project! Simeon Adebola will present ⁦the details tomorrow @3:50 pm @ieee_ras_icra⁩ in London. ⁦@AUTOLab_Cal⁩ ⁦@Berkeley_AI spectrum.ieee.org/robot-gard…
  • Open

    RT by @pixelatedboat: imagine a world where you can put your face on the head of an elf doing a funny little dance routine and then email it to all your friends.... thanks to the revolutionary magic of AI, this will soon become a reality. entertainment is finished
    imagine a world where you can put your face on the head of an elf doing a funny little dance routine and then email it to all your friends.... thanks to the revolutionary magic of AI, this will soon become a reality. entertainment is finished
    RT by @pixelatedboat: 16 years ago today, never forget
    16 years ago today, never forget
  • Open

    Pochettino to Chelsea - a good fit for the team, maybe not so much for the club https://theathletic.com/4527226/2023/05/19/cox-pochettino-chelsea-tactics/?source=emp_shared_article
    Pochettino to Chelsea - a good fit for the team, maybe not so much for the club theathletic.com/4527226/2023…
    R to @Zonal_Marking: This is mad. I make it 14 of their 19 defeats were by a single goal.
    This is mad. I make it 14 of their 19 defeats were by a single goal. nitter.net/DJT1981/status/1662929455818448897#m
  • Open

    There will be two long reads on my blog this week, one English club and one Italian club (that I have not analysed before) 👍
    There will be two long reads on my blog this week, one English club and one Italian club (that I have not analysed before) 👍  ( 1 min )
    RT by @SwissRamble: Quick financial comparison of the finalists in each UEFA competition (FREE blog): Champions League: Manchester City v Inter Europa League: Roma v Sevilla Europa Conference: West Ham v Fiorentina #MCFC #Inter #ASRoma #SevillaFC #WHUFC #Fiorentina https://swissramble.substack.com/p/uefa-competitions-finals-202223
    Quick financial comparison of the finalists in each UEFA competition (FREE blog): #MCFC #Inter #ASRoma #SevillaFC #WHUFC #Fiorentina swissramble.substack.com/p/u…

  • Open

    TEDx Boston | 3D World Simulation: The last domino before we get AGI | Tejas Kulkarni ... https://youtu.be/AMbPl8Ki9fU via @YouTube
    TEDx Boston | 3D World Simulation: The last domino before we get AGI | Tejas Kulkarni ... piped.video/AMbPl8Ki9fU via @YouTube
  • Open

    For the first time in the Premier League, the top half all finished with a positive goal difference and the bottom half all finished with a negative goal difference.
    For the first time in the Premier League, the top half all finished with a positive goal difference and the bottom half all finished with a negative goal difference.
    #disappointingdeflection but I reckon Everton fans might not care
    #disappointingdeflection but I reckon Everton fans might not care
    R to @Zonal_Marking: His classic goal.
    His classic goal.
  • Open

    tmblr.co/ZuM2Kyduo3T0Wq00
    tmblr.co/ZuM2Kyduo3T0Wq00
    RT by @losthunderlads: Twitter is the war-ravaged planet they return to so they can continue fighting forever.
    Twitter is the war-ravaged planet they return to so they can continue fighting forever.
    I often think of Alex Cockburn's reply to people blaming Kissinger for US policy on Timor, that it made sense to do so only if Gerald Ford were such an "abysmal moron" he had no idea what was going on.
    I often think of Alex Cockburn's reply to people blaming Kissinger for US policy on Timor, that it made sense to do so only if Gerald Ford were such an "abysmal moron" he had no idea what was going on. nitter.net/BrankoMilan/status/1662505483528470529#m
  • Open

    "Just as in the Tar Heel State, a major shakeup on New York's top court since the midterms could lead to a new, hyper-partisan map for 2024." @Redistrict has the latest: https://www.cookpolitical.com/analysis/house/new-york-house/could-democrats-redraw-new-yorks-house-map-2024-its-complicated
    "Just as in the Tar Heel State, a major shakeup on New York's top court since the midterms could lead to a new, hyper-partisan map for 2024." @Redistrict has the latest: cookpolitical.com/analysis/h…
  • Open

    do not reject papers if scores in a table do not beat the (current, temporary, dull) SOTA. do not write papers only with the objective of claiming the (newest, transient, volatile) SOTA.
    do not reject papers if scores in a table do not beat the (current, temporary, dull) SOTA. nitter.net/davidwhogg/status/1662833963444969473#m
    hiking on Windows XP, surviving deadlines (from "APRIL's social activity log", May 2023) w/ @andreasgrv @awxuelong @loreloc_ @dmalitesta @ema_marconato Antonio Mari, Reza Ghassemi, Rickey Liang
    hiking on Windows XP, @andreasgrv @awxuelong @loreloc_ @dmalitesta @ema_marconato Antonio Mari, Reza Ghassemi, Rickey Liang
    RT by @tetraduzione: Does anyone know of interesting graph datasets where the task is semi-supervised regression (imputation / interpolation) on: 1) edges, 2) vertices and edges, jointly.
    Does anyone know of interesting graph datasets where the task is semi-supervised regression (imputation / interpolation) on: 1) edges, 2) vertices and edges, jointly.
    RT by @tetraduzione: Fun fact about @Twitter's 2FA: if you're currently logged in, you can disable it without any further verification (such as, say 2FA). So if someone steals a device logged on Twitter, they can disable 2FA (and then easily gain control of the account). 🤷
    Fun fact about @Twitter's 2FA: if you're currently logged in, you can disable it without any further verification (such as, say 2FA). So if someone steals a device logged on Twitter, they can disable 2FA (and then easily gain control of the account). 🤷
    RT by @tetraduzione: This is incredible: 1. The lawyers submitted a brief with citations/quotes to bogus cases. 2. Opposing counsel said they can't find these cases. 3. Court orders lawyers to submit the full text of the bogus cases. 4. The lawyers submit entire bogus cases generated by ChatGPT. 🤯
    This is incredible: 1. The lawyers submitted a brief with citations/quotes to bogus cases. 2. Opposing counsel said they can't find these cases. 3. Court orders lawyers to submit the full text of the bogus cases. 4. The lawyers submit entire bogus cases generated by ChatGPT. 🤯
  • Open

    U.S. export prices down 5.9 percent from April 2022 to April 2023 https://www.bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/u-s-export-prices-down-5-9-percent-from-april-2022-to-april-2023.htm #BLSdata
    U.S. export prices down 5.9 percent from April 2022 to April 2023 bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/u-s-ex… #BLSdata
  • Open

    alphas always commit directly to main
    alphas always commit directly to main nitter.net/alexkyllo/status/1662695432609472512#m
  • Open

    Virtually every ML paper is a method comparison, where the authors almost always have a "horse in the race". This is bad for science. We need to diversify and embrace empirical studies that are not incentivized to push a particular narrative or make a specific method look good.
    Virtually every ML paper is a method comparison, where the authors almost always have a "horse in the race". This is bad for science. We need to diversify and embrace empirical studies that are not incentivized to push a particular narrative or make a specific method look good.
  • Open

    Politically polarized Google users are not steered to partisan sites by the search engine's algorithm but generally decide to go there on their own https://trib.al/qJAUh5u
    Politically polarized Google users are not steered to partisan sites by the search engine's algorithm but generally decide to go there on their own trib.al/qJAUh5u

  • Open

    Video
    No content preview
  • Open

    "In 2020, Biden 'wasted' 5.1 million votes in California, 2 million in New York, 1.2 million in Massachusetts, and just over a million each in Illinois and Maryland." @CharlieCookDC on Democrats' 2024 problem: https://www.cookpolitical.com/analysis/national/national-politics/why-democrats-should-be-nervous
    "In 2020, Biden 'wasted' 5.1 million votes in California, 2 million in New York, 1.2 million in Massachusetts, and just over a million each in Illinois and Maryland." @CharlieCookDC on Democrats' 2024 problem: cookpolitical.com/analysis/n…
    How worried should GOP candidates be about the "Trump drag" in 2024? @amyewalter looks at the potential impact of a Trump-led GOP ticket on 2024 House races. https://www.cookpolitical.com/analysis/national/national-politics/can-republicans-hope-outrun-trump-2024-house-races
    How worried should GOP candidates be about the "Trump drag" in 2024? @amyewalter looks at the potential impact of a Trump-led GOP ticket on 2024 House races. cookpolitical.com/analysis/n…
  • Open

    What's the rationale behind this? (1) overhyping a preprint by spamming the press, tagging influencers, and hosting a Twitter Space (2) making everyone jump through hoops to access your data (3) declaring you won't release your code until after the paper is published in a journal
    What's the rationale behind this? (1) overhyping a preprint by spamming the press, tagging influencers, and hosting a Twitter Space (2) making everyone jump through hoops to access your data (3) declaring you won't release your code until after the paper is published in a journal
    Question for fans of regression discontinuity design: What do the associated p-values mean?
    Question for fans of regression discontinuity design: What do the associated p-values mean?
  • Open

    articles like this (alleging a “woke coup” by bureaucrats against the legislature/executive) have a very different vibe when you consider that only 30% of adults say they’d vote for the party currently in control of the government https://economist.com/interactive/uk-general-election/polls
    articles like this (alleging a “woke coup” by bureaucrats against the legislature/executive) have a very different vibe when you consider that only 30% of adults say they’d vote for the party currently in control of the government economist.com/interactive/uk…
  • Open

    RT by @pixelatedboat: My favorite band from the nineties was the Breeders. They’re still touring. I wish I could do a show with them!
    My favorite band from the nineties was the Breeders. They’re still touring. I wish I could do a show with them!
    RT by @pixelatedboat: one of the greatest burdens you can carry in this life is periodically waking up with "there was nothing in al capone's VAULT / but it wasn't Geraldo's FAULT" and having it stuck in your head literally all day
    one of the greatest burdens you can carry in this life is periodically waking up with "there was nothing in al capone's VAULT / but it wasn't Geraldo's FAULT" and having it stuck in your head literally all day
  • Open

    RT by @SwissRamble: Tom’s Dad here. Tom is ok. Very happy but so sad he can’t be there with his team mates. Here is the moment…….
    Tom’s Dad here. Tom is ok. Very happy but so sad he can’t be there with his team mates. Here is the moment…….
  • Open

    Commercializing quantum computers step by step https://go.nature.com/43qWP8u
    Commercializing quantum computers step by step go.nature.com/43qWP8u
  • Open

    RT by @tetraduzione: That is pretty dope...
    That is pretty dope... nitter.net/DrJimFan/status/1662115266933972993#m
  • Open

    Guro Reiten, the WSL's best player this season - and unusually, a excellent winger who doesn't really dribble past opponents https://theathletic.com/4538690/2023/05/22/guro-reiten-won-the-wsl-for-chelsea-she-should-have-won-player-of-the-year/
    Guro Reiten, the WSL's best player this season - and unusually, a excellent winger who doesn't really dribble past opponents theathletic.com/4538690/2023…
  • Open

    Image
    No content preview
    oh you think im a fed? youre damn right im fed .. breafast lunch and dinner
    oh you think im a fed? youre damn right im fed .. breafast lunch and dinner
  • Open

    Catch up on all the new #BLSdata and publications that came out this week! https://www.bls.gov/opub/update.htm
    Catch up on all the new #BLSdata and publications that came out this week! bls.gov/opub/update.htm
2023-08-23T00:42:45.700Z osmosfeed 1.15.1